Kyle Krumwiede

Kyle works closely with hotel owners to expand the footprint of IHG’s mainstream brands by identifying new business opportunities and developing client relationships in the state of Florida. Kyle has 10+ years of experience in the Hospitality sector including Operations, Real Estate Brokerage and Franchise Sales & Development, predominantly in the SE and Mid-Atlantic regions. His various roles and experience have helped sharpen his hotel/real estate development acumen, creating a unique perspective when analyzing new projects. Kyle is a graduate of the Trulaske College of Business at the University of Missouri where he studied Business Management and Hospitality Management. He and his family relocated from Nashville, TN to Sarasota, FL, in 2021. Together, they enjoy spending time outdoors fishing, hiking, golfing, traveling, and listening to live music.

Alex Kuhl

Alex oversees the development of branded management agreements, joint ventures, and franchise opportunities for new-build and conversion hotels for Regent Hotels & Resorts and InterContinental Hotels & Resorts in IHG’s Americas region. Additionally, he holds the same responsibilities for Crowne Plaza, Hotel Indigo, and EVEN Hotels in the NYC metro area. During his 16-year career with IHG, he has held various Director-level positions within development, operations, and sales and marketing. Previously, he worked for Millennium & Copthorne Hotels and Starwood Hotels & Resorts in various capacities. Alex earned a BA in History from Denison University and a Certificate in Hotel Real Estate Investment and Asset Management from Cornell University. Outside of the office, Alex enjoys spending quality time with his wife and two young daughters, hitting the ski slopes, boating on the open waters, and barbecuing for family and friends.

Valentina Laborde

Valentina drives the promotion, prospecting, and sales of all IHG brands throughout Mexico. A 15-year veteran of IHG, she previously served as Direct Marketing Commercial Director for MegaDirect and Director Corporate/Founding Partner at Globacom. Valentina has a degree in Business Administration from the Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico and has completed a graduate seminar on studies in tourism. Passionate about travel, walk, art, music, and culture, Valentina loves sharing experiences with her two sons, such as exploring museums, observing architecture, and tasting new foods. When at home, she enjoys hosting gatherings and cooking meals for her family.

Alex Mai

Alex is responsible for setting the strategy, planning, negotiating/executing hotel deals and managing the growth and expansion of all brands for IHG Hotels & Resorts in Latin America & Caribbean countries. Alex has more than 25 years of practical, hands-on experience with hotels, resorts, brand management, real estate, and operation. He has worked on hundreds of hotel assets, negotiations, and hotel performances across the United States, Latin America & Caribbean.

Prior to joining IHG, Alex was the Head of Development and Vice President of development for Latin America & Caribbean for Choice Hotels International and Radisson Hotels Group Americas, where he was responsible for the growth of all brands. Alex was also President & Founder of ALBA Hospitality from 2020 to 2022, where he was responsible for strategic asset positioning, management contract negotiations, and hotel real estate transactions. Prior to that, Alex worked for Hilton Hotels Corporation from 2007 to 2020 holding various Management positions in Development, Brand Management for Full & Focused Service, Owners Relations, and Training. In his free time, Alex enjoys exercising outdoors with his wife and Siberian Husky and watching European Soccer matches. 

Alex Moeckel

Alex Moeckel is the Regional Vice President of Development for IHG Hotels & Resorts based in Washington, D.C.  Mr. Moeckel oversees the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions where he is responsible for leading all aspects of the hotel development process for IHG’s Luxury, Lifestyle, and Premium Brands. Well-versed in IHG’s brands portfolio, Alex was previously Director of Development for the Mid-Atlantic region where he was responsible for development growth of IHG’s selective service and extended stay portfolio. Mr. Moeckel first joined IHG 10-years ago as a Development Manager for North America and Latin America, based out of the Atlanta office. Prior to IHG, Alex was in New York City where he advanced through positions of increasing responsibility with Small Luxury Hotels of the World, Eastdil Secured, and Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts. Alex graduated from the University of Delaware School of Hospitality Management and currently serves on the Advisory Board of the University of Delaware Hospitality & Sport Business Management School. In addition to spending time with his wife and two children, Alex loves the thrill of traveling, enjoying new food, golfing, skiing, and surfing. He is also an active supporter of the National Parks Conservation Association, the Adirondack Council, and the Nature Conservancy.

Vijesh Patel

Vijesh Patel joined IHG as a Director of Development effective April 2025 to help lead pipeline development and growth for Six Senses, Regent, and Branded Residences in the Americas. Vijesh previously served as Director of Development for Six Senses in the Americas with effect in May 2022. Vijesh was a Vice President in the Hospitality Investment Advisory practice at Hodges Ward Elliott. He specialized in supporting and executing various sales processes for full-service, institutional-grade hotel and resort properties with an emphasis on the ultra-luxury segment throughout North America, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Prior to HWE, he spent two years as an analyst on the Investment Analysis team at InterContinental Hotel Group where he partnered with the Development team to prepare pro formas and Capital Papers to support the approval of deals.

Nicolas Petrone

Nicolas Petrone implements the long-term franchise distribution strategy for IHG’s mainstream brands in North Carolina, South Carolina, Kentucky, and Virginia. His responsibilities include driving the strategic placement of new-build and conversion hotels, maximizing the quality and scale of each property, and forging strong relationships with franchisees in these markets.

Prior to joining IHG, Nicolas developed his hotel industry expertise over more than a decade as Director of Franchise Development for Choice Hotels and Director of Franchise Development for Wyndham Hotels and Resorts. His extensive experience in franchise development has equipped him with a keen understanding of market dynamics and strategic growth.

Outside of work, Nicolas seeks excitement through travel, boating, and spending quality time with his family.

Maurizio Piedra

Maurizio is the Development Manager for the Caribbean and Latin America, responsible for executing the growth strategy of all brands across this region. He started his career in hotel investment sales and later transitioned into an asset management role, responsible for a portfolio of 11 hotels across the United States with all major hotel brands. In his previous roles, he successfully developed the real estate growth strategy for other international brands, like Sonder and Hilton, in Florida and the Caribbean. Maurizio is originally from Peru and is an economist by profession. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his friends, discovering the culinary scene of the places he visits, and going for morning runs.

Lindsey Powers

Lindsey Powers is the Director of Franchise Development for IHG across Oklahoma and Northern Texas. In her role, Lindsey steers development efforts for IHG’s seven mainstream brands: Holiday Inn Express, Holiday Inn, avid hotels, Staybridge Suites, Candlewood Suites, Garner, and Atwell Suites. Since joining IHG in 2022, Lindsey has supported hotel developers across the Western and Central U.S., helping them expand into new brands and geographies with her relationship-driven approach to franchise growth.

Before IHG, she worked in the staffing industry, helping organizations address critical workforce needs, and gained experience in residential real estate while working at Berkshire Hathaway, where she developed a strong foundation in client relations and market analysis. Lindsey holds a degree in Business Administration from Eastern Illinois University, where she played volleyball. Now based in Austin, Texas, Lindsey enjoys traveling, trying new restaurants, and cheering on the Purdue Boilermakers.