Club Med has made an important appointment in its global senior management: Stéphane Maquaire has taken office as the new President and CEO of Club Med Holding. Maquaire, who stands out with his international experience and leadership competencies, aims to continue the brand's profitable growth and further strengthen it in international markets. In addition to the current strategy, the new period will focus on new opportunities in the rapidly transforming world of travel and tourism.

Commenting on the appointment, Xiaoliang Xu, Co-CEO of Fosun International, the main shareholder of Club Med, and Chairman of Fosun Tourism Group and Club Med Holding, said: "Stéphane has deep experience in consumer-oriented industries and a strong track record of international success. We are confident that he will accelerate the momentum Club Med has achieved to date and write the brand's new story. We are grateful to Henri Giscard d'Estaing for his extraordinary leadership and contributions over the years. His vision laid the foundation for a model that brought French hospitality and lifestyle to the world stage."

Stéphane Maquaire, who has taken up his new role, said: "Club Med is unique in the world not only for the high quality of its service, but also for the passion and commitment of its teams. This brand is more than a vacation concept, it is a culture, a way of life. I am honored to take over this unique heritage. Club Med's French roots, its spirit of freedom, inclusiveness and value for people are more relevant today than ever. I look forward to getting to know my new teammates, learning together and shaping the future of the brand together."

Following his appointment, Maquaire met with the company's current Deputy General Managers to discuss operational priorities. During the same period, Philippe Heim and Takuya Yamada joined the Club Med Board of Directors as new members.

Who is Stéphane Maquaire?

Stéphane Maquaire is known for his success in transformation processes of premium brands and multinational commercial operations. Most recently, he was the Executive Director of Carrefour Brazil and Latin America, where he oversaw a €20 billion operation and implemented key initiatives such as the Walmart integration, the expansion of the Atacadao format and the development of omni-channel strategies.

Maquaire started his career at Arthur Andersen and later held various senior management positions at Unibail-Rodamco, Monoprix, Vivarte and the Swiss retail chain Manor. Her digital transformation and sustainability-oriented repositioning process at Monoprix was recognized as exemplary in the industry. Her sensitivity to inclusivity, accessible leadership and sustainability make her a natural fit with Club Med's culture.