Accor is a global hospitality group headquartered in France, founded in 1967. The company operates a fully integrated ecosystem encompassing hotels, restaurants, bars, and wellness centers across more than 110 countries. Its portfolio includes over 45 brands spanning luxury to economy segments, such as Raffles, Fairmont, Sofitel, Novotel, and ibis, with a network of more than 5,600 hotels and 10,000 restaurants and bars.
The group employs over 290,000 people, whom it refers to as "Heartists®," a term reflecting its emphasis on placing people at the center of its operations. Accor's stated business philosophy focuses on creating value for guests, team members, owners, partners, and communities.
The company identifies sustainable hospitality as a core operational principle, with commitments to responsible tourism and sustainable development integrated into its business model. Its culture emphasizes inclusion and business ethics alongside its commercial activities in the hospitality, food and beverage, and wellness sectors.
