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Aramark Prepared to Welcome College Students Back to Campuses Across the Country

August 5, 2020 – As many college campuses make arrangements to safely open amid COVID-19, Aramark is prepared to meet the safety and hygiene standards required in today’s ever-changing environment. This includes introducing a variety of new programs and service offerings to support a safe, enjoyable campus dining experience.

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Transitioning to No-Cost K-12 Meal Programs

Enrolling in federal reimbursement programs like the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) can reduce food insecurity while eliminating stigma for students and administrative burdens for districts. Aramark has worked closely with many districts to help them determine if CEP is right for them and implement it without losing revenue.

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Urban League of Philadelphia Partners with Aramark to Provide 500,000 Summer Meals to Students

July 21, 2020 – The Urban League of Philadelphia (ULP) and Aramark today announced a partnership that will provide 500,000 meals to qualified recipients in the Philadelphia area throughout the summer.

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Aramark Named One of the Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion

July 16, 2020 -- Aramark was named one of the “Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion,” for the fourth year in a row, by the 2020 Disability Equality Index (DEI), with a top-score of 100%.

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Aramark Announces Executive Diversity Council and Names Ashwani Hanson Chief Diversity & Sustainability Officer

July 15, 2020 – Aramark announced today that it has formed an Executive Diversity Council, led by Chief Executive Officer, John Zillmer and Board Member Calvin Darden. The Company also announced it has named Ashwani (Ash) Hanson to the new role of Chief Diversity & Sustainability Officer. Hanson is currently Senior Vice President, Human Resources for Aramark’s U.S. Food & Facilities business.

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Santa Ana’s Nineteen01 Luxury Apartment Community Opens Southern California’s First Autonomous Convenience Store – QuickEats Close Convenience™ – to the General Public

July 9, 2020 – Greenwood & McKenzie, a privately held real estate investment and asset management firm, announced today that their luxury apartment community, Nineteen01, has opened Southern California’s first autonomous store, QuickEats Close Convenience™ from Aramark, to the general public.

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Chicago Minority Supplier Development Council Announces Aramark as Presenting Sponsor of P.I.P.E. Program

July 9, 2020 -- ChicagoMSDC announced Aramark as the 2020 Presenting Sponsor of The PIPE Program (Progress, Insight & Performance Education), an advanced business management program for minority-owned businesses. Under the partnership, Aramark will sponsor 20 minority-owned businesses through the ChicagoMSDC -- more than doubling the program’s participation.

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Aramark & Jefferson Health Launch EverSafe™ OS Mobile App

June 18, 2020 – As restrictions ease throughout the country, the continued threat of COVID-19 requires businesses and organizations to focus more than ever on providing clean and safe environments for employees, clients, customers, patients and guests. To assist operators, Aramark and Jefferson Health announced the launch of EverSafe™OS, a workplace safety digital product that offers a suite of simple, streamlined tools and resources for businesses and organizations.

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Aramark Welcomes Back Visitors to National Parks and Public Lands

June 15, 2020 – As travel gradually resumes, America’s National Parks offer the freedom of the great outdoors, budget-friendly options and social distancing that continue to keep families safe. Aramark is enhancing its park services and operations to meet the safety and hygiene standards of today’s environment, while continuing to create enjoyable guest experiences — from lodging and dining to outdoor activities.

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Purdue partners with Aramark to manage West Lafayette retail dining

June 12, 2020 — Purdue University and Aramark announced that they have entered into a retail dining operator agreement that will enhance dining offerings for Purdue’s West Lafayette campus and community.