Sébastien Bazin
Chairman & CEO, Accor · France
Sébastien Bazin is the CEO of Accor (AC). Bazin is based in France. Bazin was born in 1961 in Boulogne-Billancourt and educated at University of Paris and University of Paris 1 Pantheon-Sorbonne.
French businessman who has led Accor since August 2013. Previously spent 16 years at Colony Capital as managing director for Europe, overseeing real estate and hospitality investments. Under his leadership, Accor expanded from 13 to 48 hotel brands and transformed into an asset-light business model.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage has focused on Sébastien Bazin's planned departure from Accor, announced for 2028, alongside shareholder concerns about executive compensation. The headlines also reflect a formal investigation launched by Accor into Bazin's conduct, marking a significant development in his tenure as CEO. Earlier reporting covered the company's operational performance, strategic initiatives, and Bazin's involvement in entertainment partnerships and family business ventures in resort development.
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Key Facts
Source: Wikidata ↗- Born
- November 9, 1961 · Boulogne-Billancourt
- Citizenship
- France
- Education
- University of Paris, University of Paris 1 Pantheon-Sorbonne
- Awards
- Knight of the Legion of Honour
Our coverage
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Sébastien Bazin: FAQ
- Who is Sébastien Bazin?
- Sébastien Bazin is the Chairman & CEO of Accor, based in France.
- What company does Sébastien Bazin lead?
- Sébastien Bazin is CEO of Accor.
- Where was Sébastien Bazin educated?
- Sébastien Bazin studied at University of Paris, University of Paris 1 Pantheon-Sorbonne.