Amy Schimmel serves as Regional Director for IHG Hotels & Resorts – Mainstream Brands, overseeing franchise development and brand growth throughout the Mountain States region, including Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming.

With more than 31 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Amy brings a comprehensive and well-rounded perspective to hotel development. She began her career with Bristol Hotel & Resorts in Addison, Texas, and ClubCorp in Dallas, Texas, where she built a strong operational foundation that would shape her long-term success in the industry.

Amy joined IHG in 2015 as a Regional Manager of Property Improvements, where she worked closely with owners and operators to enhance asset value and ensure brand excellence. Over the course of her career, she has developed extensive expertise across multiple disciplines, including design and construction management, procurement, renovation oversight, and hotel development. Her breadth of knowledge and collaborative approach have established her as a trusted advisor to franchise partners throughout the region.
Recognized for her strategic insight and relationship-driven leadership style, Amy is dedicated to helping owners successfully position and grow their investments within the IHG portfolio.

Amy proudly calls Colorado home. She and her husband have been married for 32 years and have two children and a Corgi. Outside of work, they enjoy hiking, skiing, college football, and spending time in Northern California’s wine country.