Sally Alkatat

Sally Alkatat is Development Manager for Middle East & Africa region at IHG^®, one of the world’s leading hotel companies. She is responsible for developing IHG’s brands across strategic markets in the Middle East and Africa regions focusing on Saudi Arabia. Sally understands investors’ objectives and works collaboratively with them to create tailored solutions aiming at delivering strong returns for their projects.

Sally has over 6 years’ experience in hospitality in the MEA region. Prior to joining IHG, Sally led a variety of projects in her consultant role at JLL conducting financial hotel development studies and representing owners in contracts negotiations.

Sally holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from Saint Joseph University in Lebanon.

Diego Alvarez

Diego Alvarez is Development Director for Iberia at IHG^®, one of the world’s leading hotel companies. He is responsible for the development and growth of IHG´s brand portfolio across Spain, Portugal, Andorra & Gibraltar, with a strong focus on limited service, boutique, lifestyle and luxury brands.

Diego holds a Degree in Tourism Management from University of Asturias (Spain) and has obtained certifications from Cornell University in Hotel Real State Investments and Asset Management, Hotel Revenue Management, and Strategic Leadership for the Hospitality Professional.

Chris Anklin

Chris Anklin is Senior Development Director for South East Asia & Korea at IHG, one of the world’s leading hotel companies. Based in Singapore, Chris is responsible for supporting the strategic growth of the IHG brands in South East Asia & Korea, with a strong focus on both city and resort hotels in Indonesia, Vietnam and the Philippines. 

Chris previously worked at Hyatt Hotels Corporation, which he had joined as part of its successful acquisition of Two Roads Hospitality in January 2019. At Hyatt, he was responsible for several key signings across Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, the Maldives, and South Korea. With Two Roads Hospitality, Chris had been responsible for development in Asia Pacific (minus China) and the Middle East. Prior to this, Chris had held a similar position for one of Thailand's leading hotel management companies. In addition to his expertise in hotel development, Chris has over eight years of consulting experience across EMEA and Asia Pacific, during which he advised major international hotel management companies as well as asset management and investment firms within the hospitality industry. He was also involved in a hospitality start-up company in Hong Kong which aimed to deliver exceptional experiences to high net worth individuals.

Chris earned a Bachelor’s Degree in International Hotel Management with a specialization in Hotel Finance from Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne (EHL) in Switzerland. He has written and published several articles on the hospitality industry and previously served as the EHL Alumni Chapter President for Great Britain. As a dual Swiss/Norwegian citizen, Chris has spent over 28 years in Asia.

David Bingham

David steers the development of IHG’s mainstream hotel brands throughout Arkansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, and northern Texas. A seasoned professional with 24 years of experience at IHG, David began his career in operations with Holiday Inn and Crowne Plaza hotels before transitioning to the corporate office, where he rose through positions within quality and franchise licensing before earning a leadership role with franchise development. Positioning himself early for a successful career within hospitality, David earned a BA in Hospitality Management from Birmingham City University in England. David is an avid foodie, rugby fan, and enjoys visiting new and exciting destinations.

Daniel Bowen

Daniel Bowen is Development Manager for DACH at IHG^®, one of the world’s leading hotel companies. Daniel is responsible for developing IHG´s brands across the DACH region through franchise and management agreements and working collaboratively with development partners to deliver strong returns for owners.

Daniel re-joined IHG in 2021, having worked within the IHG Headquarters in Denham supporting the Development Team in different functions, spanning various operational and analysis roles in Germany and the UK at both hotel and corporate level. Prior to IHG, Daniel worked in Hotel Development and Acquisition departments for IHG's business partners in Germany and the Netherlands, driving growth and expansion within Northern Europe.

Daniel is an honours graduate of Brighton University in the UK and IU Internationale Hochschule in Bad Honnef, Germany, where he has also been a guest lecturer.

Cameron Burke

Cameron Burke is the Director of Development for Australasia & Pacific at IHG®, one of the world’s leading hotel companies. He is responsible for driving the expansion and execution of IHG’s portfolio growth strategy across the Australasia & Pacific region.

Cameron brings a wealth of corporate expertise in the hospitality industry. He began his career as a corporate lawyer, where he spent a number of years advising hospitality companies throughout Asia-Pacific, the United Kingdom, Europe and the Middle East, including with Delaware North in Australia and Wyndham Worldwide in London.

Prior to joining IHG in 2023, Cameron was the Director of Investments & Portfolio Growth at Choice Hotels, leading their corporate development function for Asia-Pacific. In this role, he was responsible for delivering non-organic cross-border portfolio growth through M&A, direct capital allocations and strategic partnerships targeting advanced and emerging markets across the region.

Cameron holds a Bachelor of Business majoring in Finance and a Bachelor of Laws from Queensland University of Technology. He has also attained a Certificate in Hotel Real Estate Investments and Asset Management from Cornell University.

Mike Castro

Mike Castro focus on development opportunities for IHG’s mainstream brands in the Northwest U.S. Prior to IHG, Castro was Senior Vice President of Franchise Development for Sonesta Hotels & Resorts in the United States and Canada where he led the company’s sales team and brand growth through franchising. With more than 35 years of experience in hospitality, Castro has an extensive background in franchise sales for both conversion and new construction hotels, in hotel management and franchise services.

Oscar Chavez

Oscar is responsible for driving the growth of IHG’s preferred brands across Mexico. His duties include promoting IHG’s brand portfolio, prospecting investors, acquiring and developing hotels, and executing management and franchise contracts. Over his 25-year hospitality industry career, Oscar has held positions within commercial, marketing, and hotel development and acquisitions with leading hotel companies including IHG, Starwood, Accor, and Posadas Group. He’s also played key roles in the planning, launch, and promotion of notable hotel brands in Mexico and Cuba, such as Ibis Hotels, Golden Tulip, One Hotels, Aloft, and Krystal Urban Hotels. Oscar holds an undergraduate degree in Tourism Administration from the Technologic University of Mexico and a post-graduate degree in Human Resources Management and a diploma in Finance from Panamerican University. When in need of excitement, Oscar enjoys coaching and playing flag football and soccer with his three daughters as well as touring through Mexico with his wife.

Greg Childs

Greg Childs is Development Director for UK & Ireland at IHG^®, one of the world’s leading hotel companies. He is responsible for growing IHG's development opportunities encompassing luxury, upscale and mainstream opportunities through managed and franchised deal structures in one of IHG’s key global markets.

Prior to joining IHG, Greg was an Executive Vice President in the JLL Hotels & Hospitality team with a specific focus on hotel operator selection, contract negotiation and development advisory. 

He has over 20 years of experience in the hospitality sector, having advised numerous clients on hotel developments and investments throughout the EMEA region. During his career, Greg has been involved in investment and advisory work for hotel schemes ranging from budget hotels to major mixed-use resorts and prime luxury hotels. 

Greg holds a MSc in Real Estate Management from The University of Exeter and is a member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.