Deputy CEO and CEO of the Premium, Midscale & Economy Division discusses growth opportunities, operational news and what he would personally like to accomplish this year as a leader.
LOS ANGELES -- Accor Deputy CEO and CEO of the Premium, Midscale & Economy Division Jean-Jacques Morin talks about the European giant's development pipeline and its move into markets like Japan and India. As for the U.S., Morin said they are looking for something sizeable in the middle markets to make expansion work, which he admits is challenging. As for headwinds, he said financing has been an issue but expects it to start smoothing out in 2025. Listen to this and more commentary about the Accor's business focus.