Diane StaffordStafford joined the Accor legal team in May 2007 as Senior Counsel, Contracts Management. Over the past three years, Stafford has demonstrated not only her technical expertise but her ability to lead and partner with her colleagues to successfully negotiate numerous strategic national contracts. Most recently, Stafford assumed responsibility for legal support to franchise development and operations. She partnered with franchise to develop clear brand standards that are fundamental to achieving product and partner excellence. In her new role, Stafford will add responsibility for a number of cross-functional projects.