ARAMARK Selected to Manage The Mason Inn at George Mason University

Phladelphia, PA, March 12, 2009 – ARAMARK, a world leader in professional services, announced today that ARAMARK Higher Education was awarded the contract to manage The Mason Inn, located on the campus of George Mason University, Fairfax, VA. Under the terms of the agreement, ARAMARK will be responsible for all management and operational functions of the property.

Currently under construction, The Mason Inn will consist of a 20,000-square-foot technologically advanced conference center, integrated with a 149-room hotel, as well as a restaurant, lounge, ballroom and 11 meeting rooms.  It is scheduled to open in July 2010.

“We are proud to partner with George Mason University to provide an innovative destination for learning and leisure activities on campus,” said Michael Leone, senior vice president, ARAMARK Higher Education. 

The Mason Inn will be built to achieve Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification, and will be operated to the standards of the International Association of Conference Centers.

For more information or to book your next trip to The Mason Inn, log onto www.aramarkharrisonlodging.com

About ARAMARK Education
ARAMARK Higher Education is dedicated to excellence in dining, facility, conference center, and stadium and arena services. ARAMARK enhances the living and learning experience and environment for more than 600 colleges and universities throughout North America.  For more information and a list of our services, visit www.aramarkhighered.com.

About ARAMARK
ARAMARK is a leader in professional services, providing award-winning food services, facilities management, and uniform and career apparel to health care institutions, universities and school districts, stadiums and arenas, and businesses around the world.  In FORTUNE magazine's 2009 list of "World's Most Admired Companies," ARAMARK was ranked number one in its industry, consistently ranking since 1998 as one of the top three most admired companies in its industry as evaluated by peers and analysts. ARAMARK seeks to responsibly address issues that matter to its clients, customers, employees and communities by focusing on employee advocacy, environmental stewardship, health and wellness, and community involvement.  Headquartered in Philadelphia, ARAMARK has approximately 260,000 employees serving clients in 22 countries.

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