Noble Investment Group has appointed former IHG chief development officer, Americas Joel Eisemann as a senior advisor.
He retired from IHG Hotels & Resorts in 2022 after 11 years with the company. Under his leadership, IHG launched five new brands in the Americas and grew to approximately 5,000 hotels open and in the pipeline. Previously, he was with Marriott International for 29 years as chief development officer, select-service and extended-stay brands; chief owner & franchise relations officer; EVP, global asset management; and SVP, lodging development in the Asia-Pacific.
Eisemann will work with the Noble team to develop and scale investment strategies as the firm continues the growth of its platform that serves institutional investors around the world.
“As a widely respected leader, trusted partner, and friend, we are excited to welcome Joel to the team,” said Mit Shah, CEO, Noble. “He will help us think critically about the continued evolution of travel and hospitality as we expand the depth and breadth of our investment strategies.”
Eisemann said, “I have enjoyed working closely with the Noble team for over 20 years. Their track record, talent and resources are unmatched in our industry and create a significant advantage. I look forward to helping build out valuable new strategies across the Noble platform.”