Great Place to Work Names IHG Hotels & Resorts 27th in India’s Top Workplaces

Friday, June 28, 2024

IHG® Hotels & Resorts, a leading global hotel company, has been honored as one of India’s Top Companies to Work for by Great Place to Work®, a renowned authority on workplace culture. IHG Hotels & Resorts has earned a spot among India’s 100 Best Companies to Work For, securing the 27th position among the country’s top employers, highlighting its dedication to fostering an engaging and rewarding work environment.

Competing against over 2,000 companies, IHG Hotels & Resorts’ achievement reflects its unwavering commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace that empowers all employees to thrive.

Sudeep Jain, Managing Director, South-West Asia, IHG Hotels & Resorts, expressed his delight at the recognition, stating, “We are thrilled to be once again recognized as one of India’s Best Places to Work in 2024. This achievement underscores IHG’s ongoing commitment to nurturing a positive and engaging workplace culture, where our exceptional talent can learn, grow, and feel included and recognized. These accolades inspire us, as a leading hospitality player in the region, to continue raising the bar and creating even more rewarding work cultures for our colleagues.”

Jain added, “Our colleagues are at the heart of our success, and we extend our appreciation to each individual who has contributed to making IHG a great place to work.”

IHG’s success in India demonstrates its ongoing commitment to investing in talent development and creating pathways for professional growth. Initiatives like the IHG Academy, a pioneering global collaboration with local education and community providers, are essential in supporting individuals as they begin their careers in hospitality.

In recent years, IHG has introduced industry-leading programs designed to foster personal and professional growth among its employees. The Journey to GM program accelerates the development of high-potential talent into General Managers, while RISE empowers female employees to achieve their career aspirations through mentoring initiatives.

Additionally, IHG celebrates its employees’ achievements through events like the annual ‘IHG Celebrate Service’ week, which recognizes their dedication to delivering exceptional guest experiences every day.

The Great Place to Work rankings validate IHG’s organizational excellence, evaluating workplace culture and incorporating feedback from team members.

Currently, IHG operates 45 hotels across five brands in India—Six Senses, InterContinental Hotels and Resorts®, Crowne Plaza®, Holiday Inn Resort®, and Holiday Inn Express®—with plans to open an additional 50 hotels in the next 3-5 years.