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TakeOff! Challenge 2026 Invites Students to Rethink Hospitality’s Most Important First Moments

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(NEWS) PARIS, 2026-Jun-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Accor has launched the 15th edition of its TakeOff! Challenge, an annual student competition focused on practical innovation in hospitality. The 2026 edition invites students to propose solutions for improving first impressions in hotels, with a specific focus on guest welcome experiences and housekeeping standards. This year’s… Read the full news article

Accor expands executive leadership with appointment of HR veteran Laurent Choain to lead global people strategy

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(IN SHORT) Accor has appointed Laurent Choain as Global Chief People & Culture Officer and member of the Group Management Board, effective April 1, 2026. Choain will also join the Premium, Midscale & Economy Executive Committee and will lead the Group’s global people strategy, focusing on talent development, corporate culture, and employee growth. With more… Read the full news article