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Atlanta, GA – August 2024
/ NewsmakerAlert:
SodexoMagic,
the joint venture between Sodexo, Inc.
and
Magic Johnson Enterprises
(MJE), continues its mission to revolutionize the hospitality and facilities
management industry, proudly unveiling its collaboration with Morehouse
College. This partnership reinforces SodexoMagic’s commitment to enhance
dining and operational efficiency for Atlanta businesses.
“SodexoMagic
is excited to join forces with Morehouse College, an institution renowned
for its rich legacy, commitment to excellence, and nurturing future global
leaders,” said Earvin
“Magic” Johnson, chairman of SodexoMagic. “Morehouse College is one
of the most storied HBCUs in this country and it’s an honor to align our
brand of excellence and championing the underserved with the incredible
brand they have built. This partnership is a testament to our shared values
and dedication to providing opportunities and fostering positive change
in the lives of young men.”
SodexoMagic’s
comprehensive foodservice solutions, including its esteemed brands such
as One Table, Slim & Husky’s, and The Black Coffee Company, will now
enrich the culinary experience for Morehouse College students, faculty,
and staff. With a focus on quality, innovation, and sustainability, SodexoMagic
is poised to elevate dining services at Morehouse College to new heights.
“With
careful consideration and anticipation, we have secured Morehouse College
as a valued partner, reflecting our commitment to fostering meaningful
relationships with esteemed institutions,” said Robbi
Stiell, vice president of business development and community engagement
at SodexoMagic. “Additionally, this partnership holds significance beyond
the contractual agreement as it amplifies SodexoMagic’s footprint in Atlanta,
complementing our existing presence in airline lounges, healthcare, and
corporate services.
“We
are thrilled to welcome SodexoMagic and partner in fueling Black male excellence
at Morehouse College,” said Dr.
David A. Thomas, president of Morehouse College. “Mr. Johnson has been
a longtime advocate of the College and his team has shared his enthusiasm
in the onboarding process. Joining forces with SodexoMagic will further
elevate how we deliver ‘The Morehouse Experience’ for students, employees,
and campus guests alike.”
To
learn more about SodexoMagic, visit www.SodexoMagic.com.
Visit www.Morehouse.edu for additional
information about Morehouse College.
About
Morehouse College
Founded
in 1867, Morehouse College is
the nation’s only college founded to educate men of color. Ranked as Georgia’s
top liberal arts college for men, Morehouse produces more Black men who
go on to receive doctorates than any other college in the country and is
a top feeder school for Black men entering prestigious graduate schools
and MBA programs. Also named Georgia’s #1 small college, Morehouse educates
a selective group of 2,300 students each year, 60 percent of whom come
from families with household incomes of $40,000 or less, yet many of which
are highly recruited by Fortune 500 companies. The College has created
more Rhodes Scholars than any other HBCU and has the #1 core curriculum
among HBCUs nationally. It is the nation’s top producer of Black male graduates
in the social sciences, and the top HBCU producer of Black male graduates
in business administration, management, operations, English, foreign languages,
Mathematics, statistics, philosophy, religious studies, and physical sciences.
As the national epicenter for thought leadership on human rights and equity.
Morehouse is committed to helping the nation address the challenges caused
by institutional racism, income and health care disparities, lack of access
to capital, detrimental public policy, and the need for high-quality education.
Learn more about Morehouse College at www.Morehouse.edu.
About
SodexoMagic
SodexoMagic
was founded in 2006 between Sodexo and NBA Hall of Famer, Earvin “Magic”
Johnson. Mr. Johnson knows what it takes to motivate and create a winning
team that always strives to overdeliver to our customers. SodexoMagic is
committed to making communities better. With 7,000 employees (82% diverse)
we serve consumers at more than 1,700 sites in corporate, healthcare, universities,
K-12 schools and airline lounges. SodexoMagic is a best-in-class food and
facilities management provider offering either stand alone, or integrated
solutions for major corporations, and institutions, including K-12 schools
and Historically Black Colleges and Universities. For more information
visit www.SodexoMagic.com.
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Peterson, SVP
Brand
and Communications
Paul
Pettas
PR
& Communications Director
Sodexo
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Heidi
Bullman
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