# Accor CEO Sébastien Bazin to Leave by May 2028

_May 28 17:07_

Tags: Accor, Accor Live Limitless, ALL, hotel, loyalty program, industry news

Accor CEO and President Sébastien Bazin announced during an earnings call that he will step down by May 2028, or earlier if a suitable replacement is found

## Summary

Accor CEO and President Sébastien Bazin announced his departure during the company's annual general meeting on Wednesday. He plans to leave by May 2028, though the timeline may accelerate if a suitable successor is identified sooner. Bazin has led Accor since 2013, overseeing growth from 14 brands and 3,600 hotels to 44 brands and over 5,800 hotels globally. He will be 66 by May 2026

## Why it matters

Spans 2 hotel programs (Accor, Accor Live Limitless).

## Sources cited

- [LoyaltyLobby](https://loyaltylobby.com/2026/05/28/accor-ceo-president-sebastien-bazin-leaves-by-may-2028?omhide=true) — Accor CEO & President, Sébastien Bazin, Leaves By May 2028

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