Anne Drapié : excellence and human at the heart of strategy 

With more than thirty years of experience, Anne Drapié stands out for her versatility and strategic vision. A graduate of a business school with a specialization in finance and skills development, she has built a rich professional career that makes her an expert in steering strategic activities, financial management, as well as leadership and communication.
As a key contact for external partners, she plays an essential role in negotiations with clients and stakeholders. She ensures the quality of collaborations and actively contributes to enhancing and promoting the company’s brand.
“The common thread running through all my experiences? The search for meaning and the desire to imagine innovative solutions capable of creating value for our clients and inspiring our teams to take on every challenge.”

A decisive turning point

Her time in continuing education marked a major turning point in her career. “I first designed programs dedicated to finance before becoming passionate about personal development and neuroscience,” she explains.
Now a certified coach in neurocognitive sciences, she continues her own learning journey, convinced that lifelong training is essential to progress in a constantly evolving world.

Why Sodexo Luxembourg?

For her, Sodexo stands out as a dynamic company, recognized for the quality of its services, its strong team spirit, and its firm commitment to CSR.
What immediately won her over? The strength of the Group’s values, but above all the way these values are put into practice every day by deeply committed teams.
“I was impressed by how these values are genuinely lived at every level of the organization. It naturally makes you want to share the passion for our profession,” she notes.
As for her integration, she describes it as “warm and based on trust.” She shares that she found colleagues who were available and ready to share their expertise to support her onboarding and help her quickly settle into her new environment.

Vision and ambitions

Senior residences face major challenges: ensuring consistent service quality, resident well‑being, and safety, all while navigating a demanding regulatory framework, significant budget constraints, and a talent shortage.
Regarding hospital catering, she advocates for a vision centered on an offer specially designed for patients, enabling them to rediscover the pleasure of eating despite their dietary restrictions or adapted textures. Culinary experts thus develop recipes that combine nutritional or medical constraints with enjoyable flavors.

Participative leadership

Resolutely collaborative and dynamic. “I like to highlight everyone’s strengths and build a collective strategy while staying fully connected to on‑the‑ground realities.” For her, immersing herself in operational reality is essential to making informed and effective decisions.

What inspires her?

Adaptability and continuous learning. She thrives on the ability to evolve, understand her environment, and grow from every interaction. Her advice: “Never stop listening — to clients, colleagues, and market developments — and cultivate your adaptive intelligence.”