UniFirst Corporation Announces Leadership Changes: Kelly Rooney Named Chief Operating Officer and Michael Croatti to Transition from Executive Role

Core Insights - UniFirst Corporation has appointed Kelly Rooney as Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective September 30, 2024, to enhance operational efficiency and customer service [1][2] - Rooney brings over 25 years of experience in B2B route-based operations, previously serving as Chief Human Resources Officer at Waste Management, a $20 billion public company [2] - Michael Croatti, the current Executive Vice President, will transition from his role in November 2024 after 35 years with the company, but will remain involved in a consulting capacity [3][4] Company Overview - UniFirst Corporation is a North American leader in supplying and servicing uniform and workwear programs, facility service products, and first aid and safety supplies [5] - The company operates over 270 service locations and serves more than 300,000 customer locations, outfitting over 2 million workers daily [5] - UniFirst manufactures its own branded workwear and protective clothing at three ISO-9001-certified manufacturing facilities [5]