inGroup International Co-Founder and CEO Michael Hutchison has been awarded the Honorary Award of the Kyiv Chamber of Commerce and Industry for his significant personal contributions to charitable initiatives and sustained cooperation during Ukraine's challenging period. The honor, the highest granted to foreign nationals, acknowledges Hutchison's unwavering support for Ukraine, Ukrainian inCruises Partners and Members, and the charitable foundation Stand with Ukraine, which provides psychological and physical rehabilitation for children affected by the ongoing war.
Valeriy Korol, Vice President for International Relations of the Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, stated, "On behalf of the Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the leadership of the Stand with Ukraine Charitable Foundation, and our friends in Ukraine, we would like to thank Michael for his continued support and humanitarian efforts over the last few years. His assistance has directly helped more than 800 Ukrainian children who have been deeply affected by the war." The children helped are evacuated from frontline regions or returned from occupied territories, many having lost their homes, safety, and sometimes one or both parents.
Hutchison expressed gratitude, saying, "Receiving this honor from the Kyiv Chamber of Commerce and Industry is humbling and meaningful. The courage and resilience of the Ukrainian people, especially the children who have endured so much, continue to inspire me every day." Beyond financial support, Hutchison has traveled twice to Ukraine to visit the children's rehabilitation camp, participating in therapeutic activities and workshops to foster healing and resilience.
inGroup International, through its division inCruises, is the world's largest subscription-based travel club. Since launching in 2016, inCruises has booked more than 600,000 guests and offers nearly 200,000 cruise, hotel, and resort options worldwide. The company is committed to positive global corporate citizenship, actively supporting Mercy Ships and other humanitarian efforts.
