Philip Lassman leads the Development Team in Northern Europe (UK/I, BeNeLux and Nordics) for Accor Premium, Midscale and Economy brands. In this the region Accor has over 400 hotels across all core markets. Since joining Accor in September 2017, Philip has overseen over 100 new openings which equates to over 14,000 new rooms joining the group as well as additions to over 40 brands. The growth of the brand portfolio in recent years demonstrates Accor’s agility and a dynamic development team. Philip has worked in development with some of the biggest hotel groups in the world, focusing on UKI development for nearly two decades. 

Philip holds a BA(HONS) degree in Economics and Public Policy and from Leeds Metropolitan University where he was also active in student politics. He is married and lives in Hertfordshire with his wife and two children. In his spare time, he enjoys watching football, cricket and Formula 1. He also supports his wife’s charity work.