Sodexo was started in Marseille in 1966 by Pierre Bellon. It is the world leader in providing sustainable food and meaningful experiences in different parts of life like learning, working, healing, and playing. The company is special because it is independent, owned by the Bellon family, and follows a responsible way of doing business. Sodexo works in two main areas: Food and Facilities Management Services. The company aims to improve the lives of its employees and the people they serve while helping communities grow in a positive, social, and environmental way.