Leading Executives in Accommodation and Food Services
Geoff Ballotti
President & CEO, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Longtime hotel franchising operator who led Wyndham through its post‑2018 spin as an independent hotel company and portfolio expansion, including La Quinta and other tuck‑ins.
Company bio | LinkedIn (company) | X/Twitter (company)
Sébastien Bazin
Group Chairman & CEO, Accor
Accor’s boss since 2013, he also took direct leadership of the Group’s Luxury & Lifestyle division in 2023, steering the French giant’s brand and asset‑light shift.
Company bio | LinkedIn (company)
Sophie Bellon
Chairwoman & CEO, Sodexo
Second‑generation leader who became CEO in 2022 and simplified the group (including the 2024 Pluxee spin‑off) to focus on sustainable food services.
Company announcement | LinkedIn | Press profile
Dominic Blakemore
Group Chief Executive Officer, Compass Group
At the helm since 2018 of the global foodservice leader, guiding growth as offices refilled and workplace catering rebounded.
Company leadership | LinkedIn (company)
Scott Boatwright
Chief Executive Officer, Chipotle Mexican Grill
Former COO who became permanent CEO in November 2024, known for scaling operational throughput and tech in nearly 3,800 restaurants.
Rick Cardenas
President & CEO, Darden Restaurants (Olive Garden, LongHorn, etc.)
Darden lifer who rose from busser to CEO in 2022, now leading the largest U.S. full‑service dining portfolio.
Company bio | LinkedIn (company)
Brian Chesky
Co‑founder & CEO, Airbnb
Co‑founder who scaled Airbnb to 5+ million hosts welcoming over 2 billion guest arrivals across 240+ countries and regions.
Company leadership | X/Twitter | LinkedIn (company)
Anthony Capuano
President & CEO, Marriott International
CEO since 2021 who continues Marriott’s asset‑light growth and in 2025 announced a deal to bring lifestyle brand citizenM into the fold.
David Gibbs
Chief Executive Officer, Yum! Brands (KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, Habit)
CEO since 2020 who drove Yum’s digital sales past $30B; announced plans to retire in early 2026 with a CEO transition slated to begin October 1, 2025.
Company press room | X/Twitter (company)
Mark Hoplamazian
President & CEO, Hyatt Hotels Corporation
One of hospitality’s longest‑tenured CEOs (since 2006), recognized in 2025 with Cornell’s Hospitality Icon of the Industry Award.
Bill Hornbuckle
CEO & President, MGM Resorts International
Industry veteran steering MGM’s integrated resort and digital strategy; signed a new contract extending his CEO tenure through 2028.
Company press release | LinkedIn (company)
Chris Kempczinski
Chairman & CEO, McDonald’s Corporation
CEO since 2019 and architect of the ‘Accelerating the Arches’ strategy that modernized the brand and operations globally.
Company bio | LinkedIn | X/Twitter (corporate)
Josh Kobza
Chief Executive Officer, Restaurant Brands International (Burger King, Tim Hortons, Popeyes, Firehouse Subs)
Elevated to CEO in 2023 and setting a five‑year plan targeting 40,000+ restaurants and $60B system sales by 2028.
Company press room | Investor update
Elie Maalouf
Global CEO, IHG Hotels & Resorts
Former Americas chief who became global CEO in July 2023, focusing IHG’s brand and owner value agenda worldwide.
Christopher J. Nassetta
President & CEO, Hilton
CEO since 2007 who expanded Hilton’s global footprint to nearly 140 countries and doubled the brand portfolio.
Brian Niccol
Chairman & CEO, Starbucks
Joined as chairman & CEO on September 9, 2024 after transforming Chipotle; now driving Starbucks’ turnaround and growth agenda.
Company leadership | Investor news
Patrick Pacious
President & CEO, Choice Hotels International
CEO since 2017 who has revitalized legacy brands and expanded in extended‑stay and upscale; a multi‑year ‘Best CEO’ honoree.
Company leadership | LinkedIn (company) | X/Twitter (company)
Todd Penegor
President & CEO, Papa Johns International
Former Wendy’s chief tapped as Papa Johns CEO in August 2024 to accelerate franchise growth, product innovation and digital.
Company news | X/Twitter (company)
[Reference contact] Hilton Corporate
Executive Committee directory, Hilton (Portfolio perspective)
See Nassetta entry above for overall Hilton leadership; this placeholder provides corporate contacts for stakeholder outreach.
Company bio | LinkedIn (company)
Russell Weiner
Chief Executive Officer & Director, Domino’s Pizza
Marketing‑driven leader behind the famed ‘Pizza Turnaround,’ elevated to CEO in 2022 and continuing Domino’s digital, delivery and international push.
Company bio | Investor microsite
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