Aurélien Sonet, Chief Executive Officer

Aurélien Sonet is the CEO of Pluxee, ex-Sodexo Benefits & Rewards Services, an activity he’s been heading since 2017.

In this role, he has spearheaded the digital transformation of the business and ensured its sustained profitable growth over the years, consolidating its position as a Global leader in Employee Benefits and Engagement with a presence in 31 countries. 

Under his leadership, the activity was rebranded Pluxee in June 2023, signalling the ambition to continue its growth strategy by better supporting HR clients in the face of a shifting model of work.

Aurélien Sonet led Pluxee’s spin-off from Sodexo and listing, which was completed in February 2024, turning Pluxee into a pure player in Employee Benefits and Engagement, and defining a strategic plan to sustain growth.  

Aurélien Sonet joined Sodexo in 2000 and held various roles within Sodexo’s Benefits & Rewards Services until 2010, when he took on the position of Global Executive Vice President for Strategy, Brand and Communications, becoming a member of the Group’s Executive Committee. 

Between 2013 and 2017, he was appointed Region Chair Asia Pacific, successfully developing the On-Site business across the region, with base in Singapore. 

He is a graduate of École Centrale de Lyon.