IHG ANA Hotels Group Japan has announced the appointment of Kiyohito Iimuma as Japan’s new Chief Operating Officer (COO). Iimuma will also serve as the ANA appointee to the joint venture and as a Director of IHG ANA Hotels Holdings Co., Ltd.
Abhijay Sandilya, CEO of IHG ANA Hotels Group Japan, expressed his confidence in Iimuma’s ability to lead the company’s operations in Japan.
Iimuma has over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, beginning his career with ANA Hotels. He has held various roles, including revenue management at the Tokyo Support Centre and General Manager roles at IHG hotels throughout Japan.
He was later promoted to Area General Manager, overseeing ANA Crowne Plaza properties in Hiroshima, Fukuoka, Kanazawa, and Toyama. In his recent role as Director of Operations, he focused on improving hotel support, brand alignment, and owner engagement.
Iimuma’s appointment is part of IHG’s commitment to fostering talent and providing growth opportunities within its organization.
