Olivier Poirot Joins Accor Worldwide Executive Committee
Dallas | On September 1, Gilles Pelisson, director and chief executive officer of Accor Worldwide, announced the addition of four new executives to the Accor Executive Committee. Olivier Poirot, in addition to his current responsibilities as CEO of Accor North America and Motel 6/Studio 6, was appointed to the worldwide Accor Executive Committee, which oversees the company's services and portfolio of more than 3,800 hotels in 90 countries.
"To improve our ability to successfully meet the challenges of the future, I have decided, in agreement with the Board of Directors, to strengthen and enhance the Executive Committee,"said Pelisson."Olivier Poirot is joining the Executive Committee after an excellent start as head of Motel 6/Studio 6 for the United States, Canada and Mexico and of the Accor North America corporate functions."
"It is a great honor to be appointed to the worldwide Accor Executive Committee,"said Poirot."I look forward to working with Gilles Pelisson and my Executive Committee colleagues to further develop our strong hospitality brands, increase revenue and ensure the group's continued success today and tomorrow. I want to thank Gilles Pelisson for his trust and support, and I wish to extend the praise and my thanks to the 16,000 employees of Accor North America, Motel 6 and Studio 6."
Poirot joined Accor in 1992, and has held finance positions in the United States since 2001. Since 2007, he has been president and chief executive officer of Accor North America and chief executive officer of Motel 6 and Studio 6, covering the geographic regions of the USA, Canada and Mexico.
Others appointed include: Oswaldo Melantonio Filho, Chief Operating Officer, Accor Services Brazil; Jean-Luc Chrétien, Executive Vice President, Hotel Distribution, in charge of sales, the Internet and call centers, as well as the new customer loyalty program; Pascal Quint, Corporate Secretary and Secretary of the Board of Directors, in charge of Legal Affairs, Insurance and Risk Management, Security/Safety Management as well as of ensuring the efficient functioning of the Group's corporate governance bodies.
About Motel 6
Motel 6 offers the best price of any national chain at more than 900 company-owned and franchised locations throughout the United States and Canada. For 21 years Motel 6 has used the tagline,"We'll leave the light on for you,"earning the chain the highest brand recognition in the economy lodging segment. Motel 6 was the first national pet friendly chain, welcoming pets since 1962. Standard amenities include free local phone calls, no long distance access charges, free morning coffee, data ports, Wi-Fi Internet access and cable channel line-up with premium channels including HBO, ESPN/ESPN2, and CNN. Most locations offer swimming pools and guest laundry facilities. For more information, visitwww.motel6.com.
About Accor North America
Headquartered in Dallas (Carrollton), Texas, Accor North America operates more than 950 upscale and economy properties including nationwide economy leaders Studio 6 and Motel 6 and the upper-upscale Sofitel and upscale Novotel hotel locations in the U.S. and Canada. For more information, visithttp://www.accor-na.com/.
About Accor, a world-leading hospitality group
Accor is a world-leading hospitality group offering stays and experiences across more than 110 countries with over 5,600 hotels and resorts, 10,000 bars & restaurants, wellness facilities and flexible workspaces. The Group has one of the industry's most diverse hospitality ecosystems, encompassing around 45 hotel brands from luxury to economy, as well as Lifestyle with Ennismore. ALL, the booking platform and loyalty program embodies the Accor promise during and beyond the hotel stay and gives its members access to unique experiences. Accor is focused on driving positive action through business ethics, responsible tourism, environmental sustainability, community engagement, diversity, and inclusivity. Accor's mission is reflected in the Group's purpose: Pioneering the art of responsible hospitality, connecting cultures, with heartfelt care. Founded in 1967, Accor SA is headquartered in France. Included in the CAC 40 index, the Group is publicly listed on the Euronext Paris Stock Exchange (ISIN code: FR0000120404) and on the OTC Market (Ticker: ACCYY) in the United States. For more information, please visit group.accor.com or follow us on X, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok.