The Sponsors
Maurice Ajanaku
Vice President Economy Brands Experience
3 months at Accor
“Hospitality impacts countless lives worldwide, and here lies your opportunity to contribute. Your ideas will lay the foundation for future thought and innovation. We invite you to participate and embark on a journey with Take Off Accor!”
Marie-Agnès Froment
Marketing Director ibis Styles & Greet brands
14 years at Accor
“Each challenge is an experience to be lived… that will be useful to you at some point in your career, or more generally in your life. Don’t miss a single opportunity!”
Madison Taylor
Global Economy Brands Manager
5 years at Accor
“Get ready to TAKEOFF! with Accor’s most iconic brand and take the chance to shape our future, prepare for your future and influence a legacy brand”
The Take Off! Team
Mélodie Prevel
Global School Partnerships & Talent Attraction Manager
2 years at Accor
“We can’t wait to hear your ideas and hope you will enjoy this journey with Accor ! Good luck to you !”
Colline Thébault
Global School Partnerships & Talent Attraction Coordinator
2 months at Accor
“Have fun and make the most out of this challenge!”
The Jury Members
Véronique Augier Nel
Global Director, Talent & Culture Communications
13 years at Accor
“You are the bright future of the global talent workforce and we look forward to witness your ideas and innovations. So let your confidence shine through and reach for the stars as you participate in this exciting Challenge!”
Clémence Edmond
Director HR Project Corporate
3 years at Accor
“Embark on a journey of innovation and discovery ! Join our student challenge and unleash your potential. Your talents are the key to unlocking a world of possibilities. Embrace the challenge!”
Julie Germansky
Talent and Culture Project Manager, Operations – Europe & North Africa
2 months at Accor
“Every bold move starts with one small step – challenge yourself and let’s imagine the future of hospitality together. I can’t wait to explore your innovations!”
Alice Jenkins
Senior Director Brand Marketing and Management, MEA APAC
14 years at Accor
“Joining Accor shortly after university I have seen my career cover 17 years with the company and 7 roles, both hotel and corporate positions with the opportunity to support multiple countries, cultures and customers! Having left for a few years I knew this was my ‘home’ when I rejoined, Accor has always had a passion for innovation and now we invite you to help us with a campaign to drive CSR and engage our ibis customers for the future”
Emily Hosking
Talent Acquisition Manager – Accor Apartments & Realty
3 years at Accor
“Participating in the Accor Take Off! Challenge is a chance for you to create a unique and exciting campaign where you will Imagine the future of Social Connection for ibis Family by developing a CSR campaign aimed at engaging a new generation of guests! Don’t underestimate the power of your vision! We invite you step forward and embrace the challenge and let your creativity shine.”
Sergio Labate
Learning & Development Coordinator
8 years at Accor
Florence Liger Tourres
Vice President Marketing Economy Brands Europe & North Africa
14 years at Accor
Amanda Mariano
T&C Coordinator – Talent Acquisition – Premium, Midscale & Economy – Brasil
6 years at Accor
Verona Naidoo
Director Talent Management and Talent Acquisition – Middle East, Africa and Turkey – Premium, Midscale and Economy brands
16 years at Accor
“Accor’s Take Off! 2024 Challenge provides a golden opportunity to cultivate your skills and propel your career to new heights. I am excited about collaborating with each of you and contributing to the advancement of your professional paths!”
Jacqui Paurini
Talent Acquisition Manager Pacific
10 years at Accor
“The opportunities are limitless in Hospitality! This is an incredible opportunity to change the future of our Hotels for Generations to come and you get to lead the way. Take the leap and Take Off with Accor!”
Yiwen Wang
Director of Talent and Culture-Greater China
8 years at Accor
“Join us, your career will TAKEOFF! from Accor”
Irene Wong
Manager, Talent & Culture Marketing & Communications, Asia, Premium, Midscale & Economy
2 years at Accor
“We can’t wait to see your amazing ideas! Embrace the challenge, ignite your passion, and let your brilliance shine!”