ACC Europe appoints new president of the board of directors

ACC Europe has announced the appointment of Maria Rocha Barros (pictured left) as the chapter’s new president. Maria succeeds Eva Argilés (pictured right), who has served with distinction as ACC Europe president for the past two years.

“I’m honoured to be elected president of this organisation I have long admired and respected. Over the past six years, I’ve seen the incredible growth of ACC Europe, from the initial steps of building our community on LinkedIn, to navigating the challenges of the pandemic and developing a new organisational strategy. I am very excited to guide and partner with the outstanding leadership team as our Chapter moves into 2025. My focus will be to mobilise ACC Europe for our next phase of growth and development while staying true to our core purpose—to be the foremost, relevant peer-to-peer forum for in-house counsel across Europe”, Maria commented upon her appointment.

About Maria Rocha Barros

Maria Rocha Barros serves as the chief legal & public affairs officer at Booking.com, leading the company’s legal, government affairs and regulatory compliance teams, and serving as a member of the management board of Booking.com. With a robust background in corporate law and a passion for technology, she plays a crucial role in shaping Booking’s strategy in the rapidly evolving travel and tech sector. Maria’s leadership roles on the ACC Europe Board and with various initiatives showcase her commitment to the Chapter, making her ideally suited to lead the organisation forward.

“ACC Europe would like to extend heartfelt gratitude to Eva Argilés for her exceptional leadership and unwavering dedication during her tenure as President. Under Eva’s guidance, the Chapter has achieved significant milestones, including legacy projects such as the Chapter’s current strategic plan, leading the Board on key programmes and advocacy efforts, and overseeing impactful annual conferences that provided both valuable content and networking opportunities for members. Her passion and commitment have left an indelible mark, and we look forward to her continued involvement as a valued member of our community”, states the organisation.

About ACC Europe

The Association of Corporate Counsel Europe (ACC Europe) serves the needs of lawyers practicing in corporations and other organisations throughout Europe. ACC Europe, with more than 3,800 members, promotes the interests of all in-house counsel across the region through the sharing of information, education, networking and advocacy while demonstrating innovation, inclusion and leadership for the benefit of the whole profession. ACC Europe is the largest chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC), which since its founding in 1982 has grown to more than 46,000 members in more than 90 countries employed by over 10,000 organizations.