Sodexo taps David Gillan client retention and strategy chief for U.S. Healthcare unit

Sodexo SA has appointed David Gillan to the new role of chief of strategy and client retention for its Sodexo U.S. Healthcare unit. France's Sodexo SA is a leader in healthcare foodservice and facilities management and maintains its U.S. headquarters in Gaithersburg, MD.

Gillan previously served as group senior vice president for Vizient, where he led the company’s non-acute focused business and supplier management functions.  

“Mr. Gillan’s leadership in the U.S. healthcare industry and his unique perspective will empower Sodexo’s strategic growth in the United States and ensure we provide an optimal experience for our clients,  as well as their staff and patients,” said Stuart Winters, chief executive of Sodexo U.S. Healthcare.