Marie Barsacq appointed Chief Executive Officer of Paris Entertainment Company
Marie Barsacq appointed Chief Executive Officer of Paris Entertainment Company
Following a proposal by the City of Paris, in agreement with AEG, and after approval by its Board of Directors, Paris Entertainment Company announces the appointment of Marie Barsacq as Chief Executive Officer.
Paris Entertainment Company, a mixed-economy company majority-owned by the City of Paris, operates and develops three iconic venues on the Parisian and international scene: Accor Arena, adidas arena and the Bataclan.
Marie Barsacq has a widely recognised career at the crossroads of sport, public institutions and major structuring projects. She began her career at the French National Olympic and Sports Committee (CNOSF), before becoming Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the French Football Federation (FFF). She then served as Director of Impact and Legacy for Paris 2024, playing a key role in structuring the long-term benefits of the Games.
In December 2024, she was appointed Minister for Sports, Youth and Community Life in François Bayrou’s government.
Through this appointment, Paris Entertainment Company is pursuing a strategy of continuity and development, in support of the cultural, sporting and event-driven influence of the French capital.
“I am very pleased that Marie Barsacq is taking the helm of Paris Entertainment Company. Her many professional and human qualities will be invaluable in helping these three iconic venues shine and continue to be at the heart of our city.”
Anne Hidalgo, Mayor of Paris
“I am delighted by the arrival of Marie Barsacq at the head of Paris Entertainment Company. She is a strong and experienced leader with a remarkable career. She will be perfectly suited to leading the teams. Appointing a woman to head this company is also a symbol that is very close to my heart.”
Lamia El Aaraje, Chairwoman of Paris Entertainment Company
Mrs Barsacq will take up her duties at the end of January, subject to the opinion of the High Authority for Transparency in Public Life (HATVP).