IHG Supplier Diversity | Inclusive Procurement Solutions - IHG Procurement
Supplier Diversity
IHG’s EPIC Supplier Diversity Program works to build resilience, innovation, and competition in global markets by Engaging Partnerships through Inclusion and Collaboration (EPIC). The program is a Global Inclusion & Impact strategy for which IHG Global Procurement is responsible. You can reference the latest IHG Responsible Business Report for our Global Inclusive Spend Reporting.
Want to become a part of the EPIC Supplier Diversity Program or report your diverse spend? Please see the links below.
Engaging Partnerships through Inclusion and Collaboration
Diverse Supplier Categories
EPIC Global recognizes six definitions of "diverse suppliers" within our program.
Diverse Supplier Categories
- Ethnic Minority-owned Businesses (EMB)
- Women-owned Businesses (WOB)
- Veteran-owned Businesses (VBE)
- Disabled-owned Businesses (DOB)
- LGBTQ+-owned Businesses (LGBT BE)
- Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SME)
Excellence in EPIC Recognition Categories
It is important to recognize our collaborative efforts in driving excellence in EPIC’s supplier diversity agenda.
Excellence in EPIC Recognition
An EPIC Supplier recognizes our suppliers that align with one or more of the defined diverse categories.
An EPIC Champion recognizes IHG colleagues who adopt the EPIC program by being intentional in identifying diverse suppliers to include in our procurement activities.
An EPIC Ally recognizes our suppliers that have active Supplier Diversity Programs and report their diverse spend to IHG.
Driving Owner Value
Our goal is to provide innovative, regional solutions to meet our hotel owners’ needs, uphold the quality of our brands, and deliver unique experiences to our guests.
Global Procurement's Vision to Drive Growth
IHG Global Procurement drives growth by combining deep industry knowledge and trusted relationships to give you the value you need, the support you want, and the quality your guests expect.
EPIC Supplier Diversity Vision
EPIC supports IHG’s Journey to Tomorrow by driving inclusion and impact for underrepresented supplier groups, helping improve the lives of 30 million people worldwide.
Room to Belong
EPIC is engaging partnerships and driving inclusion throughout our global supply chain by creating room to belong at both the corporate and hotel levels.
Room to Belong
“I’m always proud to say that IHG Hotels & Resorts is a truly international business that’s all about people. Around the world, the collective passion and commitment of our teams to creating a place where everyone can thrive shines through in everything we do, and is integral to our very special culture that is valued by millions of guests staying in our hotels, thousands of owners investing with us, and the talent of today and that of tomorrow who choose to join IHG.”
- Elie Maalouf, IHG CEO
Hotel Discounts for Diverse Suppliers
IHG Business Edge is a comprehensive program designed to enhance the corporate travel experience for small and midsize enterprises (SMEs).
IHG Business Edge
- One-stop shop portal
- Loyalty upgrade
- Flexible booking
- No hidden costs
- Guaranteed discount
- Help Center support
- Partner benefits
Affiliated Organizations
Fundamental to EPIC’s success are the advocacy groups that support IHG in creating market links with diverse suppliers. IHG EPIC has become affiliated with organizations across the world who identify, advocate and build the capacity of diverse-owned businesses.
