Sodexo Canada has officially announced the appointment of Johanne R. Bélanger, FCPA, FCA, as their new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Extensive Executive Experience

Bélanger brings over 20 years of executive experience across various sectors in both Canada and the United States. Her background as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) complements a diverse career that includes roles in:

• Healthcare
• Tourism and Hospitality
• Distribution
• Meetings and Events

Previous Leadership Roles

Before joining Sodexo, Bélanger served as the President of Healthcare and Senior Living at Compass Group Canada. There, she led significant **transformational initiatives** during the global pandemic. Her previous roles also include:

• Vice President of Field Marketing, North America at Marriott International
• President and CEO at Destination Toronto
• President of Canada at Freeman Audio Visual Services

Advocacy for Women in Leadership

Bélanger has gained international recognition for her commitment to empowering women in leadership positions. Her accolades include:

• 1st Katie Taylor Economic Empowerment Award from Women in Tourism & Hospitality
• Named one of the 25 Power Women by NY MOVES Magazine in 2017

Vision for Sodexo Canada

Sarosh Mistry, President and CEO of Sodexo North America, expressed confidence in Bélanger’s capabilities, stating, “Johanne’s business acumen in the food services and hospitality markets gives Sodexo an edge in our growth strategy.” He emphasized her energy and creativity as vital to enhancing team agility, accountability, and inclusive leadership across Canada.

Bélanger herself noted, “With 7,000 employees, from chefs to district managers to all the support teams, and beyond, I’m honored to lead the Canadian team. Together we will continue fueling and advancing our commitment to clients creating memorable experiences and innovative solutions.”

Sodexo’s Commitment to Canada

With more than 40 years of service in Canada, Sodexo has focused on improving safety and well-being for its clients. The organization also operates the Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation, which has successfully raised over $3 million to combat hunger and provided more than 1 million meals to at-risk youth since its inception in 2007.