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Cintas (Nasdaq: CTAS) has named Maverik – Adventure's First Stop as the winner of the 2024 America's Best Restroom® contest. The Salt Lake City convenience store will receive a Cintas UltraClean® restroom cleaning service and $2,500 in Cintas products and services. Maverik's restrooms were recognized for their cleanliness, comfort, and unique features across 500+ stores in 13 western states.

The contest, in its 23rd year, celebrates innovative restroom facilities. Maverik was chosen from ten finalists based on cleanliness, visual appeal, innovation, functionality, and design. The public voted for the winner between July 15 and August 16. Cintas highlighted Maverik's commitment to providing a consistently clean experience for customers on their adventures.

The Cincinnati Bengals, American Heart Association, Cintas, and Kettering Health hosted the second annual Bengals Save The Dey event at Paycor Stadium on September 26. The initiative aimed to provide Hands-Only CPR training to over 1,000 registered participants, equipping them with lifesaving skills for cardiac emergencies.

Attendees received free Cincy Hats and had the chance to meet Bengals Center Ted Karras. Speakers included representatives from the organizing entities and Ohio Lieutenant Governor Jon Husted. The event highlighted the importance of CPR knowledge, as 75% of cardiac arrests outside hospitals occur in homes. Cintas, as the largest national provider of AHA CPR and AED training, emphasized the critical nature of preparedness for sudden cardiac arrest.

OSHA has certified Cintas 's (Nasdaq: CTAS) Rental Division in Hattiesburg, Mississippi as a VPP Star site. This recognition is part of OSHA's Voluntary Protection Program (VPP), which honors worksites with exceptional safety and health management systems. To achieve VPP Star status, companies must demonstrate injury and illness rates below industry averages and establish strong workplace hazard control programs.

Jessi Robelot, Manager of the Hattiesburg location, accepted the honor, emphasizing the team's commitment to continuous improvement in health and safety. Cintas has set a new standard for U.S. companies with 130 VPP Star-certified facilities as of August 2024, surpassing all other American companies. Stephen Jenkins, Cintas Vice President of Health & Safety, highlighted the company-wide collaboration in achieving this recognition.

Cintas (CTAS) reported strong fiscal 2025 Q1 results, with revenue increasing 6.8% to $2.50 billion. Organic revenue growth was 8.0%. Gross margin improved by 140 basis points to 50.1%. Operating income rose 12.1% to $561.0 million, while net income increased 17.4% to $452.0 million. Diluted EPS grew 18.3% to $1.10.

The company raised its full fiscal year guidance, projecting revenue between $10.22 billion and $10.32 billion, and diluted EPS between $4.17 and $4.25. Cintas also increased its quarterly dividend by 15.6% and repurchased shares worth $473.6 million during Q1.

Cintas (CTAS) demonstrates the real-world impact of its First Aid & Safety training program through a life-saving incident at Chicago airport. Britney Ruby Miller, CEO of Jeff Ruby Culinary Entertainment, successfully applied her Cintas training to save a young girl who was choking. This event highlights the practical value and effectiveness of Cintas' safety education in emergency situations, showcasing how corporate training can translate into critical real-world skills. The incident serves as a powerful testament to Cintas' commitment to safety preparedness and the potential life-saving impact of their programs beyond the workplace.

Cintas (Nasdaq: CTAS) hosted the 2024 National Fallen Firefighter Foundation (NFFF) 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at TQL Stadium on September 7, 2024. This annual event honors FDNY firefighters who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, and raises funds for families of fallen firefighters and support programs.

Participants climb the equivalent of 110 stories of the World Trade Center, symbolically completing the heroic journey of the fallen firefighters. The event schedule includes registration at 8 a.m., an opening ceremony at 9 a.m., and the stair climb beginning at 9:30 a.m. Individual registration costs $35 and includes an event T-shirt.

Cintas (Nasdaq: CTAS) board members Beverly K. Carmichael and Gerald S. Adolph have been named to Savoy Magazine's 2024 list of Most Influential Corporate Directors. This recognition highlights their exceptional leadership and influence on the company. Carmichael, elected to the board in January 2024, brings over 30 years of experience in human resources and employment law. Adolph, a board member since 2006, serves as Chairman of the Compensation Committee and was previously a Senior Partner at Booz & Company. Cintas Executive Chairman Scott D. Farmer praised their expertise, commitment, and vision in guiding the company towards success.

Cintas (Nasdaq: CTAS) has announced it will release its fiscal year 2025 first quarter results on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. The company will host a conference call and live webcast at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time on the same day to discuss the financial results. Investors and the public can access the webcast at www.Cintas.com. A replay will be available on the company's website approximately two hours after the live call and will remain accessible for two weeks.

Additionally, Cintas is implementing a 4-for-1 stock split, effective as of 5 pm on September 11, 2024. Shares are expected to begin trading on a post-split basis at the market open on Thursday, September 12, 2024.

Cintas 's (Nasdaq: CTAS) Rental location in Milwaukee has been certified as a VPP Star Site by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). This recognition is part of OSHA's Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP), which honors worksites with exceptional safety and health management systems. To achieve this status, companies must demonstrate injury and illness rates at or below the national average and establish strong workplace hazard control programs.

The Milwaukee location's General Manager, Cori Boyle, emphasized the importance of employee engagement in their safety success. Cintas has set a new standard for U.S. companies with 130 VPP Star certified facilities as of August 2024, surpassing all other American companies. This certification requires ongoing cooperation between management and employees to maintain a safe work environment.