The IHG Owners Association has appointed Prakash Maggan, principal & CFO of Rainmaker Hospitality, as chair of its Global Board of Directors for 2026.
Maggan is a second-generation hotelier who earned his degree in accounting from Transylvania University before attending the University of Dayton School of Law. He went on to obtain his CPA license before helping to turn his family's business into Rainmaker Hospitality, which has grown from eight to 29 hotels in two states supported by a team of over 600 colleagues.
"Hotel owners today are navigating a rapidly evolving environment, and the Association plays an important role in helping them stay competitive and informed," Maggan says, noting that collaboration and practical solutions will be at the core of his approach. "I'm looking forward to working closely with our members and IHG Hotels & Resorts to advance Strategic Plan initiatives that support long-term performance and growth for our hotels."
Within the Association, Maggan has contributed to several key owner volunteer positions, including serving on the Board since 2024, as chair of the Technology Committee and as vice chair of the Americas Regional Council.
Steve Sickel, newly appointed CEO of the IHG Owners Association, expressed confidence in Maggan's leadership as he transitions into his own role. "Prakash brings a grounded, owner-focused perspective to the table," Sickel says. "His operational understanding and strategic insight will be invaluable as we continue shaping the Association's priorities and programs. I'm very much looking forward to working with him."
Beyond his hospitality business, Maggan serves on the Board of Trustees at Transylvania University and has volunteered at several local organizations, including the Kentucky Travel Industry Association and Providence Montessori.
The IHG Owners Association also announced its 2026 Global Board of Directors:
Prakash Maggan, chair – principal & CFO, Rainmaker Hospitality
Asad Malik, chair elect & AMER member at large – president & CEO, Amerilodge Group
Juan Carlos Rodo, treasurer & AMER member at large – vice president of operations, Grupo Marta Hospitality
Manish Patel, secretary & AMER regional representative – CEO, MKP Management, Inc.
Norman Leslie, past chair committee representative – founder & CEO, National Hospitality Services
Simon Teasdale, EMEAA officer representative & Europe regional representative – CEO, LGH Hotels Management
Mark Zipperer, immediate past chair advisor – president & CEO, Pride Hospitality
Steve Sickel, IHG Owners Association CEO
Susan Bland, Europe member at large – Director, ESG, RBH Hospitality Management
Dhaval Brahmbhatt, AMER member at large – principal, hotel operations & asset management, Prominence Hospitality Group
Shazma Charania, AMER member at large – president, Zainul & Shazma (ZS) Holdings
Neil Densmore, AMER member at large – founder & president, Great Lakes Management Group
Jeff Krivoshen, AMER member at large – CEO, P.R. Hotels
Ketan Patel, AMER member at large – co-founder, ROHM Group
Rodger Powell, MEAA regional representative – managing director, tourism & hospitality services AustralAsia (THSA)
Craig Strickler, AMER member at large – president, Americas, Valor Hospitality Partners
Rick Williams, AMER member at large – vice president of operations, Williams Investment Company
Jolyon Bulley, IHG representative – CEO, IHG Americas