Aramark Expands Collegiate Hospitality Business with New Contracts
PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Aramark (NYSE:ARMK), a leading global provider of food and facilities services, was awarded new dining service contracts including Adams State University (CO), Alvernia University (PA), Azusa Pacific University (CA), Delaware Valley University (PA), East Central University (OK), and University of North Carolina, Pembroke, it was announced today.
'We are honored to be chosen as a trusted hospitality partner by such a wide range of schools,' said Jack Donovan, President and CEO of Aramark Collegiate Hospitality. 'The higher education industry evolves year-round and so do we. We are not only constantly adding to our portfolio of partners but are also creating personalized programs that are unique to each school.'
Adams State University in Colorado will see its La Mesa dining area feature dishes inspired by San Luis Valley, Latin American, and Indigenous cuisines, alongside familiar comfort foods. The retail dining program will be revamped to include a new mobile ordering concept called The Drop, featuring both national and Aramark's propriety brands. Additionally, the campus hospitality experience will include Aramark's Eat to Excel program.
Pennsylvania's Alvernia University will introduce a new program featuring a known commitment to service excellence, expanded technology integration, and an elevated dining experience that complements the University's environment and mission.
Azusa Pacific University in California will undergo a transformation as its 1899 dining facility will evolve into a modern gathering space, featuring global cuisines and allergen-friendly programming. The revitalized Cougars Den dining location will offer virtual order and pickup options, with a rotating selection of restaurants and brands, including Bondi Bowls, a concept brought by APU alumna Bailey Wilson.
In Pennsylvania, Delaware Valley University announced Collegiate Hospitality as its partner to enhance all dining on campus as a comprehensive approach to the campus experience, including residential, athletic, catering, conference, and retail dining.
Oklahoma's East Central University chose Aramark to manage its residential and retail dining and catering services programs. The university will see engaging new promotions and retail offerings, including Moe's Southwest Grill, Einstein's Bagel Bros, Burgers+Fries, and Tenders Love & Chicken.
University of North Carolina, Pembroke selected Aramark to oversee all on-campus dining, catering, and athletic concessions. Aramark's strong commitment to quality, variety, sustainability, and its alignment with the university's long-term vision were key factors in their decision.
These partnerships join Aramark's announced contract with Loyola Marymount University.
Aramark's experience and expertise in serving more than 315 universities and colleges across the U.S. offers extensive learning and resources to enhance the campus dining experiences and provide high-quality, student-centered services for each of these new clients.
About Aramark
Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) proudly serves the world's leading educational institutions, Fortune 500 companies, world champion sports teams, prominent healthcare providers, iconic destinations and cultural attractions, and numerous municipalities in 16 countries around the world with food and facilities management. Because of our hospitality culture, our employees strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and the planet. Learn more at www.aramark.com and connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X, and Instagram.
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We believe the 2023 Sunoco proposal – while still undervaluing Parkland – would better reflect the intrinsic value of the Company and the respective contribution of both entities. Today, this package would imply a valuation of $50.70 per Parkland share. If Sunoco was willing to incur that level of dilution two years ago, then we don't see a reason why it should be unacceptable now. We would also suggest amending the terms of the transaction to give Parkland shareholders the choice of receiving Sunoco units or SUNCorp shares so that Parkland shareholders with different tax constraints can make the optimal choice. If this is not possible, then at the very least, the newly issued SUNCorp securities should be one-way exchangeable into Sunoco units. This would ensure that SUNCorp does not trade at a discount to the Sunoco units. Alternatively, Sunoco could guarantee that both entities will always receive the same distributions, and that Sunoco would cover any tax liability at the SUNCorp level. We believe this would maximize the likelihood that SUNCorp trades well – which would be in everyone's interest. In conclusion, we believe the Board ran an expedited and flawed process at the wrong time, is providing insufficient information for shareholders to vote on the transaction and has accepted a price that undervalues the Company. We intend to vote against the transaction as currently structured and hope others do the same. If the transaction fails and the sitting directors step down as promised, we would be delighted to have a more shareholder-friendly Board run an appropriate sale process and maximize value for shareholders. We request a meeting with the Board at its earliest convenience to discuss the matters summarized in this letter. 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In addition, Engine may solicit proxies by way of public broadcast, including press release, speech or publication and any other manner permitted under applicable Canadian laws, and may engage the services of one or more agents and authorize other persons to assist it in soliciting proxies on their behalf. Neither Engine nor any of its associates or affiliates has any material interest, direct or indirect, by way of beneficial ownership of securities or otherwise, in any matter to be acted upon at the Meeting other than the election of directors or the appointment of auditors. About Engine Capital Engine Capital LP is a value-oriented special situations fund that invests both actively and passively in companies undergoing change. 1 Simpson Oil Limited press release titled 'Simpson Oil Announces Overwhelming Support for Majority Board Refresh at Parkland AGM' (May 2, 2025). The day before the Annual General Meeting (the 'AGM') was scheduled to be held, Parkland cancelled and rescheduled it for June 24, 2025, the same day as the Special Meeting to vote on the Sunoco transaction. 2 On April 16, 2025, Parkland announced disappointing Q1 2025 preliminary results amidst macroeconomic and regulatory volatility and updated 2025 guidance to be towards the lower end of its previously communicated range. 3 Permission to quote Glass, Lewis & Co. was neither sought nor obtained. 4 Based on Sunoco's closing price of $53.93 per unit on June 5, 2025. 5 Raymond James sales commentary on May 11, 2025: 'A look at consensus / RJ standalone estimates at PKI/SUN suggests Sunoco is low-balling deal accretion and will likely realize mid-teens (ex-synergies) / low 20% accretion (including synergies).' 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