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📈 Ruby Group appoints Fabian Zerllinger as Chief Growth & Innovation Officer (CGIO) to reinforce its international growth strategy, following a partnership with IHG Hotels & Resorts. Zerllinger, with over six years at the company and a background on the board, will take over technical and growth-related functions. He replaces Isabell Fuss, who leaves after an 11-year tenure. CEO Michael Struck sees this as a step towards European expansion and entering new global markets, including a strategic entry into the U.S. market.

🌱 Accor appoints Coline Pont as Director of Sustainable Development effective 1st July 2025, following Brune Poirson's departure after four years in the role. Pont brings over 15 years of experience in business transformation and sustainable operations, recently serving as AXA's Purchasing Director. Poirson, based in New York, will focus on sustainable development and innovation. The leadership shift underscores Accor's commitment to its sustainability strategy.

💻 Arnaud Vogel, seasoned with over a decade of experience at Vacances Bleues, was appointed as the new Director of Digital Transformation and Organization. He also joined the board, indicating a strategic focus on tech-driven development. Vogel's career began in press and publishing before moving to tourism, and since joining Vacances Bleues, he has played key roles in digitalization. As of January 1, 2025, he leads a team of around 20, aiming to optimize processes, enhance commercial performance, improve company management, and increase client satisfaction, with AI integration as a major upcoming challenge for competitive strengthening.