Sodexo Live! Appoints New Director for Sports & Stadia Division
09 January 2026
Sodexo Live! has announced the appointment of Steven Cova as its new Divisional Operations Director for Sports & Stadia.
Steven brings over 20 years of operational and commercial experience in senior leadership roles across some of the UK’s most iconic sporting and entertainment venues. His track record includes mobilising new stadia and overseeing multi-site operations with revenues exceeding £135 million.
Sodexo Live! supports some of the UK’s most iconic music, cultural and sporting events, plus conference centres and airport lounges, and serves some of the most prestigious venues across Britain, such as Brighton & Hove Albion FC, Ascot Racecourse, Newcastle United FC, Emirates Old Trafford and Nottingham Forest FC, to name but a few.
Claire Morris, CEO Sodexo Live! UK & Ireland said: “Steven is a great addition to our UK senior leadership team. Our people are at the heart of our business and Steven has a proven success of building and developing talented teams with a focus on creating an inclusive working environment for all.
“Steven’s extensive experience and proven ability to drive operational excellence and innovation will be instrumental as we look to accelerate the growth of our sports and stadia business. We look forward to Steven helping us unlock new opportunities, strengthen our partnerships, and deliver even greater value to our clients and guests."
Picture: the Sodexo Live! logo.
Article written by Dave Mapps | Published 09 January 2026
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