Laurent Choain has been appointed as Global Chief People & Culture Officer at Accor
To further strengthen its global leadership in human resources and foster a culture of excellence, Accor is pleased to announce the appointment of Laurent Choain as its new Global Chief People & Culture Officer, member of the Group Management Board effective April 1, 2026. Besides his global role, Laurent will also be serving on the Premium, Midscale & Economy Executive Committee.
Laurent Choain brings over three decades of international HR leadership experience to Accor. His extensive global experience and deep understanding of human capital development, organizational culture, and leadership will be invaluable. His career includes senior roles at prominent organizations such as Forvis Mazars, Groupe Caisse d’Epargne (now BPCE), and Kempinski Hotels & Resorts. He is also recognized for his expertise in designing and leading corporate universities and management education initiatives with global industry leaders.
Beyond his corporate achievements, he actively contributes to the broader management, HR, and cultural community through various governance and advisory roles, including board memberships at EFMD, Bologna Business School, the Peter Drucker Society of Europe, and the Festival de Ramatuelle. Academically, Laurent Choain holds a PhD in Management Sciences from Université Paris Panthéon Assas, alongside Master’s degrees from Paris Panthéon Sorbonne and Neoma Business School.
In his new role, Laurent will be pivotal in shaping Accor's talent agenda, focusing on evolving the Group's unique culture, attracting top-tier professionals, and fostering continuous growth and development opportunities for all employees globally.