Lauren Novak
Vice President - Commercial Growth @Sodexo
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WORK HISTORY
Vice President - Commercial Growth @Sodexo
EDUCATION
Seneca Polytechnic
Ontario College Graduate Certificate, Sustainable Business Management
University of Waterloo
Bachelor of Environmental Studies, Honors International Development, Minor in Geography and Environmental Management
University of New Brunswick
Graduate Certificate , Occupational Health and Safety
SKILLS
ABOUT LAUREN NOVAK
In my current role as Vice President - Commercial Growth for Sodexo at School (K-12), I am responsible for the execution of both new business development and retention strategy across the segment. I lead high-performing teams to deliver exceptional client experiences across food service and facilities management, ensuring students thrive in clean, safe, and engaging environments. I previously served as Senior Director, Commercial HR, leading the integration and development of HR solutions for new business opportunities, contributing directly to winning strategy development, risk advisory efforts, and the creation of scalable mobilization processes. My previous roles focused on driving talent attraction and retention initiatives, implementing enterprise safety campaigns, and leading operational and system improvements. My leadership style blends analytics, process thinking, and commercial impact, with strong communication and relationship building, resulting in stronger performance and higher client confidence. Originally from Canada, I hold a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Waterloo and graduate certificates in Sustainable Business Management and Occupational Health & Safety, as well as a Sodexo Executive Development Certificate from Cornell University.
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