Sodexo appoints Thierry Delaporte as Chief Executive Officer and adopts dissociated governance

Core Points - Thierry Delaporte has been appointed as the new Group Chief Executive Officer of Sodexo, effective November 10, 2025, following a thorough selection process [1] - The governance structure will evolve with the separation of the roles of Chairwoman and CEO, with Sophie Bellon transitioning to a non-executive Chairwoman role [2] - The Lead Director position will be maintained, with Gilles Pélisson succeeding Luc Messier as Lead Independent Director, effective November 10, 2025 [3] Leadership Transition - Sophie Bellon expressed gratitude for the efforts of Sodexo teams and emphasized readiness for a new growth chapter, highlighting confidence in Thierry Delaporte's leadership [4] - Gilles Pélisson noted that Delaporte's appointment is the result of a structured process, emphasizing his extensive experience and fit with Sodexo's values [4] - François-Xavier Bellon stated that the dissociation of governance is a significant step forward and expressed excitement for Delaporte's leadership [4] Thierry Delaporte's Background - Delaporte has a strong international leadership background, having held various roles across Europe, the U.S., South America, and Asia-Pacific, with expertise in financial leadership and operational transformation [5] - He has held CFO roles at Capgemini and served as CEO of Wipro Ltd., where he led significant strategic repositioning and growth [6][8] - Delaporte is also committed to social impact, co-founding an organization focused on youth inclusion and serving on the Board of Saint-Gobain [8] Company Overview - Sodexo, founded in 1966, is a global leader in sustainable food and facilities management services, aiming to improve quality of life and contribute to social progress [10] - The company operates in 45 countries, serving 80 million consumers daily, and has consolidated revenues of 23.8 billion euros for fiscal 2024 [13] - As of June 30, 2025, Sodexo's market capitalization stands at 7.7 billion euros, and it is recognized as the number one France-based private employer worldwide [13]