Belinda Oakley has been named CEO of Sodexo Live! for North America. The Gaithersburg-based company is the foodservice and hospitality partner for major conference, cultural and sports venues around the world. Originally from Australia, Oakley has led companies on three continents, most recently as CEO of Chartwells K12 here in the United States.
Sodexo Live! has a high-profile year of expansion ahead. The firm will service two of the biggest worldwide sports events in 2023, the Formula One Miami Grand Prix at Hard Rock Stadium and the 2023 MLB All-Star Game at Seattle’s T-Mobile Park. It will also launch premium lounge spaces at airports for British Airways.
"It is impossible to put into words the level of excitement I have for this new role," Oakley said in a statement. "This is a sector and industry I have admired for years now. We are just getting started, and I look forward to serving the organization, and bringing a new perspective to the organization."
"As we double down on pursuing our ambitious growth goals, we’re thrilled to welcome Belinda to the team," Sodexo Live! Global CEO Nathalie Bellon-Szabo added in a statement. "She has an outstanding track record in commercial and business development – with Belinda’s leadership and capabilities, the talents and engagement of the North America team and the strong positive momentum of our business, I am confident we will be successful in accelerating our growth in North America."
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