Inge Huijbrechts is the Chief Sustainability and Security Officer at Radisson Hotel Group, renowned for her leadership in sustainability, security, and corporate responsibility within the global hospitality sector. As a keynote speaker, she is known for her insightful presentations on driving sustainability at scale, particularly in complex global operations. Her most notable achievement is leading Radisson’s award-winning Responsible Business programme, guiding over 1,400 hotels worldwide toward net-zero transformation.
Inge's journey began with a solid educational background, obtaining a Master’s in Commercial Engineering from KU Leuven and an MBA in European Studies from the University of Saarbrücken. This educational foundation equipped her with the expertise to navigate complex business environments and laid the groundwork for a successful career. Starting in corporate social responsibility, Inge held senior roles at Toyota Motor Europe before transitioning into hospitality, where she has made significant contributions to sustainable development.
Throughout her career, Inge has accumulated numerous prestigious titles and awards. Notably, she spearheaded Radisson’s ‘Think Planet’ initiative, which significantly reduced the company’s environmental footprint. In addition, under her leadership, Radisson Blu won the 2017 IMEX Innovation in Sustainability Award, while Park Inn by Radisson secured the UNWTO Award for Innovation in the same year. She has also chaired the OSAC Hotel and Lodging Sector Committee and served as a senior advisory council member for the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance.
Inge is an exceptional choice as a keynote speaker for any event focusing on sustainability, corporate responsibility, or hospitality leadership. She covers a broad spectrum of crucial topics, including environmental sustainability, corporate ethics, safety and security, and responsible business innovation. Businesses looking to make a meaningful impact in sustainability will find her insights invaluable. Her forward-thinking approach to creating environmentally and socially responsible business models makes her a must-have speaker for industry leaders and change-makers alike.
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Inge Huijbrechts official speaker topics are listed below:
- Net-zero transformation in global hospitality
- Sustainable business models and corporate responsibility
- Environmental impact reduction in the hospitality sector
- Corporate ethics and governance
- Global safety and security in hotel operations
- Innovation in responsible business programmes
- Leadership in sustainability transformation strategies
- 2024 – Chief Sustainability and Security Officer, Radisson Hotel Group
- 2023 – Hotel Real Estate and Development Certification, Radisson Hotel Group
- 2022 – ASIS CSO Centre Member, ASIS International
- 2020 – OSAC Hotel and Lodging Sector Committee Chair, U.S. Department of State
- 2017 – IMEX Innovation in Sustainability Award, Radisson Blu
- 2017 – UNWTO Award for Innovation, Park Inn by Radisson
- 2014 – VP Responsible Business, Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group
- 2011 – Head of Corporate Social Responsibility, Toyota Motor Europe
- 1999 – International Sales Manager, Cartesis
- 1994 – International Sales Manager, Soft Cell