# IHG's new Americas-focused exec on why the brand is 'on the move'

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Podcast: [CoStar News Hotels](https://stenobird.com/podcast/costar-news-hotels-6474204)
Published: 2026-04-03T10:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://share.transistor.fm/s/61ada927
Audio file: https://media.transistor.fm/61ada927/5d542c97.mp3
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Duration seconds: 921

## Resource

Natalie Harms of CoStar News Hotels speaks with Mark Sergot of IHG Hotels & Resorts about his move from leading global sales into heading development for the Americas. The discussion highlights IHG’s loyalty engine, commercial performance, and the opportunities Mark sees for hotel owners in both new builds and conversions.

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