Accor Appoints Islam Samad As Vice President Development, Middle East, Reporting To Maya Ziade
Mar 12, 2025•5 months ago
Position
Vice President
Company
Accor
Description
Accor has appointed Islam Samad as Vice President Development, Middle East. Islam will be based in Jeddah and will focus on driving the company's expansion strategy, strengthening brand presence, and ensuring the seamless execution of ambitious development plans in the region. He will report directly to Maya Ziade, Chief Development Officer, Premium, Midscale & Economy Division Middle East, Africa & Türkiye at Accor.
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