Laura Verhoeven

Head of Legal at Sodexo Belgium

Young Leader, Edition 2025

"Resilience and optimism are the values I carry with me every single day"

Laura Verhoeven lives by two principles passed down through her family: look forward and trust that brighter days will come. As Head of Legal at Sodexo and mother of three, she holds space for both ambition and warmth — building a life rooted in courage and connection.

"I believe ambition and motherhood can grow side by side if we keep choosing what matters"

Whether she is leading a team or reading bedtime stories, Laura does not believe in trade offs. She shows that it is possible to grow in your career while staying fully present for the people you love. Balance is never perfect but it is always worth striving for.

"Leadership begins by understanding where someone comes from and what shaped their story"

Laura knows that leadership is not about setting the highest standards for everyone. It is about listening deeply, recognising context and creating space for others to thrive. For her, great teamwork and human insight go hand in hand.

"Positive impact starts by helping others grow into who they are meant to become"

Laura believes that the best way to change the world is by supporting people in their own growth. Whether through mentoring, honest conversations or books that spark reflection, she invites others to keep learning, stay curious and move forward with purpose.