UniFirst
Information Technology, IT Management, Manufacturing
UniFirst Corporation is a provider of workplace uniforms and supply chain services. The company is known for its rental and leasing services of work apparel, as well as facility services. UniFirst has a strong presence across North America and aims to deliver solutions that enhance its clients' workplace efficiency. Founded in 1936, the company also emphasizes sustainability in its operations.
Key facts
- Employees
- 16,000
- Industries
- Information Technology, IT Management, Manufacturing
- Status
- Public (UNF)
- Website
- unifirst.com
- Company page
Recent activity at UniFirst
- : UniFirst Corporation Announces Executive Departure
- : SEC 8-K (5.02): On September 11, 2026, UniFirst Corporation reported the departure of Kelly Rooney, who resigned from her position as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer to pursue other career opportunities. This departure was formalized with a Separation Agreement and General Release, which included a general release of claims and an agreement for Ms. Rooney to cooperate with the Company on related matters. Her final day with the Company is also September 11, 2026, making this a significant management change that may affect company operations and strategy moving forward.
- : SEC 8-K (5.02): On August 24, 2026, Kelly Rooney resigned from her position as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of UniFirst Corporation to pursue other career opportunities. Her last working day is expected to be in mid to late September 2026. Since her resignation was voluntary, she will not receive severance payments or benefits. The Company confirmed that her departure was not linked to any disagreements regarding its operations, policies, or practices, expressing gratitude for her contributions.
- : UniFirst Corporation launched the Essential Series™, a fully managed restroom solution designed for businesses to maintain clean facilities efficiently.
- : Climb Global Solutions acquires interworks.cloud
- : SEC 8-K (5.02): On December 15, 2025, at the Annual Meeting of Shareholders of UniFirst Corporation, shareholders voted to approve the election of Joseph M. Nowicki and Steven S. Sintros as Class II Directors for a term of three years, extending until the 2029 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. Additionally, shareholders provided a non-binding advisory vote on the compensation of the company's named executive officers as outlined in a Proxy Statement from November 24, 2025. Furthermore, the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending August 29, 2026, was ratified. These decisions reflect the ongoing governance and leadership structure adjustments at UniFirst Corporation, aimed at better aligning with shareholder interests.
- : Climb Global Solutions acquires Douglas Stewart Software
- : Climb Global Solutions Appoints Matthew Sullivan as Chief Financial Officer
- : UniFirst Corporation reveals new paint scheme for UniFirst No. 9 Chevrolet ahead of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season.
- : Climb Global Solutions Appoints Timothy Popovich as COO
Leadership
- Andrew Clark, CFO Transitioning to Advisor
- Kelly Rooney, Chief Operating Officer
- Matthew Sullivan, Chief Financial Officer
- Matthew Sullivan, Chief Financial Officer
- Timothy Popovich, Vice President
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Employee benefit plans
UniFirst files 13 employee benefit plans with the U.S. Department of Labor, including a retirement plan. The next plan year renews in Dec 2026.
UniFirst in the news
- UniFirst Launches Always U™ Workwear Collection Designed for the Active Workforce - PR Newswire (Sep 01, 2026)
- Unifirst Corporation Announces Executive Changes - marketscreener.com (Aug 28, 2026)
- Cintas to Acquire UniFirst in $5.5 Billion Transaction That Expands Service Capabilities, Enhances Workday Solutions and Advances Industry Innovation - Business Wire (Mar 11, 2026)
- UNIFIRST CORP 2026: Revenue $634.4M, EPS $1.09— 10-Q Summary - TradingView (Jul 08, 2026)
- UniFirst takes home the gold at TRSA industry awards - PR Newswire (Mar 10, 2026)
- UniFirst (UNF) Pulls Back On A Strong Run, Is The Valuation Gap Enough? - Yahoo Finance (Sep 19, 2026)
- The No. 9 UniFirst Chevy and Chase Elliott Drive to Victory at Martinsville Speedway - PR Newswire (Apr 07, 2026)
- UniFirst Corporation Plans to Announce Third Quarter Results on July 1, 2026 - Yahoo Finance (Jun 18, 2026)
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About UniFirst: questions and answers
What does UniFirst do?
UniFirst Corporation is a provider of workplace uniforms and supply chain services. The company is known for its rental and leasing services of work apparel, as well as facility services. UniFirst has a strong presence across North America and aims to deliver solutions that enhance its clients' workplace efficiency. Founded in 1936, the company also emphasizes sustainability in its operations.
How many employees does UniFirst have?
UniFirst has about 16,000 employees.
Who leads UniFirst?
Timothy Popovich is a Vice President at UniFirst.
What is the latest news on UniFirst?
On Sep 11, 2026, UniFirst Corporation Announces Executive Departure
Is UniFirst a public company?
Yes. UniFirst is publicly traded under the ticker UNF.
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