SodexoMagic Partners with UnityPoint Health to Advance Patient Care and Community Impact
New partnership signifies a first for SodexoMagic as the organization enters Iowa as part of an ongoing nationwide expansion effort
DES MOINES, Iowa (Nov. 6, 2025) – SodexoMagic, the joint venture between Magic Johnson Enterprises and Sodexo, a leading provider of best-in-class food services and facilities management solutions, has entered into a landmark partnership with UnityPoint Health, one of the most respected healthcare systems in the Midwest.
Effective November 2025, this new partnership marks SodexoMagic’s first entry into Iowa and underscores a shared commitment to supporting healing by elevating patient experiences and strengthening community connections.
“Joining forces with UnityPoint Health is an opportunity to transform the patient’s overall healing journey through a curated dining experience,” said Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Chairman of SodexoMagic. “This relationship is about more than healthy food—we are supporting the recovery process through the power of extraordinary service.”
As a community champion, SodexoMagic’s dedication to combining world-class operational excellence with a mission-driven focus on equity, opportunity, and community impact honors UnityPoint Health’s values and culture, ensuring that community engagement remains at the heart of the program.
“At SodexoMagic, we believe every partnership should leave a lasting impact—on people, on place, and on purpose,” said SodexoMagic President Charles Johnson. “This opportunity to partner with UnityPoint Health represents everything our company stands for: excellence in service, compassion in care, and meaningful engagement with the communities we serve.”
Through this partnership, SodexoMagic will provide dining services to UnityPoint Health — including patient nutrition, cafés and micromarkets –, driven by proven expertise, advanced technology, and personalized approach to improve patient satisfaction and outcomes.
“This engagement will deliver exceptional care and meaningful experiences for UnityPoint Health patients, their families and hospital visitors,” said Michelle Niermann, UnityPoint Health Chief Operating Officer. “We look forward to working alongside Mr. Johnson and the SodexoMagic organization to continue driving positive impact throughout our health system and the communities we serve.”
As one of the fastest-growing quality-of-life services companies, SodexoMagic brings a proven operational platform to each location it serves, with a welcoming, dynamic and culturally affirming approach tailored to meet the needs of the community.
To learn more about SodexoMagic, visit sodexomagic.com.
About UnityPoint Health
UnityPoint Health is one of the nation’s most integrated health systems, serving patients and communities across Iowa, western Illinois, and southern Wisconsin. Headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa, UnityPoint Health has relationships with more than 400 physician clinics, 18 regional and 17 community network hospitals, five community mental health centers, three accredited colleges and home care services. UnityPoint Health entities employ more than 31,000 employees who are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of all those we serve. More at unitypoint.org.
About SodexoMagic
SodexoMagic was founded in 2006 between Sodexo and NBA Hall of Famer Earvin “Magic” Johnson. Mr. Johnson knows what it takes to motivate and create a winning team that always strives to overdeliver to our customers. SodexoMagic is committed to making communities better. With more than 7,000 employees, we serve consumers at more than 1,700 sites across corporate, healthcare, universities, K–12 schools, and airline lounges. SodexoMagic is a best-in-class food and facilities management provider, offering either stand-alone or integrated solutions to the clients we serve across the United States.