Core Values and Leadership - UniFirst Corporation celebrated its 24th annual Founder's Day with a focus on its founding Core Values: Customer Focus, Commitment to Quality, and Respect for Others, which are central to its people-first strategy [1][3] - The event featured a leadership panel discussion moderated by Catalina Dongo, Senior Vice President of Human Resources, with top executives discussing the importance of these Core Values in the company's success and growth [3] Recognition and Awards - The inaugural Cynthia Croatti Leadership Award was introduced to honor leaders who exemplify vision, passion, and purpose, with Cynthia Croatti being the first recipient for her significant contributions over the past 40 years [4][5] - Founder's Day also included the annual Employee of the Year (EOY) recognition, celebrating outstanding Team Partners who demonstrate commitment to the company's values, with recipients receiving plaques, gifts, and a bonus paid day off [5][6] Educational Support - UniFirst announced the recipients of its higher-education scholarships, including the Aldo Croatti Scholarship for children of Team Partners and the Ronald D. Croatti Scholarship for full-time Team Partners pursuing further education, reflecting the company's commitment to investing in its workforce [6] Company Overview - UniFirst Corporation, headquartered in Wilmington, Massachusetts, is a leader in providing uniform and workwear programs, facility service products, and first aid and safety services across North America, with over 270 service locations and more than 16,000 employees [8]