Accor appoints Ranju Alex to lead as CEO in the South Asian region.

Accor Appoints Ranju Alex as CEO for South Asia

Ranju Alex, a seasoned hospitality industry veteran, has been appointed as the CEO for South Asia by Accor, the world's leading hospitality group. The exact date of her new role commencing is not specified.

Alex brings a wealth of experience to Accor, having spent over three decades in the industry. She began her career with The Oberoi Group in 1993 and held several leadership positions with Marriott International over the years. During her time at Marriott, she managed over 170 hotels across the region.

The joint venture between Accor and InterGlobe Enterprises aims to build the foremost hospitality platform in the region. Gaurav Bhushan, Chairman of the proposed Accor/InterGlobe JV, expressed his excitement about Alex joining the Accor and InterGlobe family.

Alex's appointment covers India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. She looks forward to leading the Group's vision in the region and contributing significantly to the business with her skills and relationships.

Recently, Alex was conferred with the Bharat Gaurav award, which recognises her several achievements in the industry. However, the exact date of receiving this prestigious award is not specified.

Alex expressed her delight at joining Accor, acknowledging its comprehensive and exciting portfolio of brands in the region. The deepening ties between Accor and InterGlobe Enterprises aim to operate 300 hotels under Accor brands by 2030.

The creation of this new joint venture will consolidate their businesses into a single entity/vehicle, subject to receiving regulatory approvals. The announcement highlights Alex's enthusiasm and commitment to leading Accor's vision in South Asia but does not specify her previous identity or position before this CEO role.

Alex also looks forward to leading the joint venture's efforts to build the foremost hospitality platform in the region. With her extensive experience and leadership, it is expected that she will make significant contributions to the business.