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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): MAY 3, 1999
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SODEXHO MARRIOTT SERVICES, INC.
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(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
DELAWARE 1-12188 52-0936594
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(State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer
of incorporation) File Number) Identification No.)
9801 WASHINGTONIAN BOULEVARD, GAITHERSBURG, MARYLAND 20878
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(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (301) 987-4431
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ITEM 5. OTHER EVENTS.
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On May 3, 1999, Sodexho Marriott Services, Inc. announced that its Board of
Directors named Michel Landel as President, Chief Executive Officer, and member
of the Board of Directors effective immediately to replace Charles D. O'Dell,
who submitted his resignation. The Board of Directors also appointed Anthony F.
Alibrio, President of Health Care Services, and William W. Hamman, President of
Education Services, as Executive Vice Presidents of the Company.
ITEM 7. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS.
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(c) The following exhibit is filed as part of this Form 8-K.
Exhibit No. Description
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99 Press release, dated May 3, 1999.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the
registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the
undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
SODEXHO MARRIOTT SERVICES, INC.
Date: MAY 3, 1999 By: /s/ ROBERT A. STERN
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Robert A. Stern
Senior Vice President and
General Counsel
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INDEX TO EXHIBITS
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Exhibit No. Description
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99 Press release issued May 3, 1999, relating to Sodexho
Marriott Services, Inc.'s announcement that that its
Board of Directors named Michel Landel as President,
Chief Executive Officer, and member of the Board of
Directors effective immediately to replace Charles D.
O'Dell, who submitted his resignation. The Board of
Directors also appointed Anthony F. Alibrio, President
of Health Care Services, and William W. Hamman,
President of Education Services, as Executive Vice
Presidents of the Company.
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SODEXHO MARRIOTT SERVICES APPOINTS MICHEL LANDEL
PRESIDENT, CEO, AND BOARD MEMBER
Gaithersburg, MD, May 3, 1999--Sodexho Marriott Services, Inc. (NYSE:
SDH) announced that its Board of Directors named Michel Landel as President,
Chief Executive Officer, and member of the Board of Directors effective
immediately to replace Charles D. O'Dell, who today submitted his resignation to
pursue other interests. The Board of Directors today also appointed Anthony F.
Alibrio, President of Health Care Services, and William W. Hamman, President of
Education Services, as Executive Vice Presidents of the Company.
Mr. Landel, 47 years old, most recently served as Executive Vice
President and President of the Sodexho Marriott Services' Corporate Services
division. The Corporate Services division accounted for 31% of the Company's
total revenues of $4.3 billion in pro forma fiscal year 1998 and contributed 32%
of the $260 million in total divisional operating profits for pro forma fiscal
1998. With 15 years in the food and facilities management services industry, Mr.
Landel served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Sodexho North America
from 1989-1998, prior to its merger with Marriott Management Services which
created Sodexho Marriott Services.
"Sodexho Marriott Services' market strength and growth opportunities
position it well for the future," said William J. Shaw, Chairman of the Board.
"Mr. Landel possesses a proven track record and has repeatedly demonstrated his
ability to achieve significant growth in revenues and profits. With his
appointment, the Company is focusing squarely on
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capitalizing on the tremendous opportunities in the underpenetrated food service
and facilities management services industry in North America. In addition, we
intend to continue to leverage our existing client relationships by increasing
our cross-selling activities."
Mr. Landel said, "The market opportunity for Sodexho Marriott Services
is substantial. To capitalize on that opportunity, we will focus our efforts
directly on the needs of our clients and customers. In addition, we will grow
our business by fostering an entrepreneurial spirit throughout the Company.
Through the tremendous dedication of the management and employees of Sodexho
Marriott Services, we will successfully implement our growth strategies to
enhance shareholder value."
Mr. Shaw concluded, "Chuck O'Dell provided outstanding leadership
during the merger of the number #1 and #4 players in the North American
outsourcing market, efficiently making the transition to an independent,
publicly-traded company. We are grateful for the many contributions Mr. O'Dell
made during his very successful career with Marriott International and Sodexho
Marriott Services."
Sodexho Marriott Services, Inc. (NYSE-SDH) is the largest provider of
outsourced food and facilities management in North America, with $4.3 billion in
annual sales. The Company offers a variety of innovative outsourcing solutions,
including food services, housekeeping, grounds keeping, plant operations and
maintenance, and integrated facilities management to the corporate, health care
and education markets. The Company is one of the largest employers in North
America with 103,000 employees. The Company's headquarters is located at 9801
Washingtonian Boulevard, Gaithersburg, MD 20878.
Contact: Katherine M. Boyle Leeny K. Oberg
Public Relations Investor Relations
(301) 987-4330 (301) 987-4333
