Gregg Paradies

Gregg Paradies is President and CEO of Paradies Lagardère, a leading airport travel retailer and restaurateur in North America with more than 700 stores and restaurants in over 90 airports.

With expertise in international, national, and local brands such as SPANX, Starbucks, CNBC, Chick-fil-A, Brooks Brothers, Univision, Tropical Smoothie Cafe and others, Paradies Lagardère creates and delivers memorable and positive retail and dining experiences for today’s travelers.

Paradies is responsible for the company’s overall business and ensuring Paradies Lagardère continues its strong tradition of providing industry-leading customer service, superior design and award-winning operations.

Prior to his appointment as President and CEO in June 2004, Paradies held several roles within the organisation. Upon earning a degree in Business Administration in Finance from the University of Texas, he entered the retail industry through the Executive Training Program at Macy’s. Shortly after, he joined the family business that his father and uncle created as the manager of hotel properties. In 1991, he was elevated to Regional Vice President of Operations and then eventually the Chief Operating Officer in 2001.

Paradies supports the travel industry as a member and ally of numerous industry associations.