Press Release

For Immediate Release
26 June 2007

ACTE Names Jerome Drevon-Barreaux Regional Chair of ACTE Europe

Alexandria, Va -- The Association of Corporate Travel Executives has named Jerome Drevon-Barreaux, Global Travel Manager for Capgemini, as the new Regional Chair of ACTE Europe. A more than 10 year veteran of the business travel industry, Drevon-Barreaux directs a 320 M€ T&E; budget, and is responsible for the globalization of contracts (airlines, TMC, cards, and hotels) to travel and reimbursement policies.

Prior to his current position, Drevon-Barreaux was the Global Travel Manager for BNP Paribas, where he directed a 150 M€ travel budget. He has also held positions with Accenture, HSBC, and BTI France. Drevon-Barreaux holds an MBA in Hospitality Management from Cornell-ESSEC, and has worked in France, the United Kingdom, and Russia.

“The world of business travel is changing,” said Drevon-Barreaux. “Let’s make sure we drive these changes. I am delighted to accept this position with ACTE, a global organization that offers an unrivaled opportunity to help members navigate through this complex industry.”

ACTE’s Executive Director Susan Gurley said, “We welcome Jerome Drevon-Barreaux to the association’s leadership and look forward to his recommendations and insight. He will be an invaluable asset to the development of our education curriculum in the EMEA.”

Drevon-Barreaux will serve as ACTE’s leader at many upcoming European ACTE events.


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