World Emblem International Inc., Miami, recently was presented with Aramark’s inaugural Passion for Partnership award. For the first time in Aramark’s 58-year history, the company handed out the Passion for Partnership award to highlight vendors who have gone above and beyond Aramark’s expectations to accomplish a goal for its clients, according to a news release.

Cintas Corp. recently was named one of Canada’s top employers, according to the 2018 Aon Best Employers in Canada study. This is the 10th year that Cintas made the list, according to a news release.

Cintas Corp. recently announced that two of its plants, located in Spokane and Pasco, WA, have received OSHA’s highest recognition for safety, the Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) Star recognition, according to separate news releases.

Emerald Textiles®, San Diego, recently announced that a group affiliated with its ownership has purchased the large Otay Mesa facility that houses its processing plant, according to a news release.

TRSA’s Healthcare Conference & Exchange had its informal kickoff on Nov. 14 in downtown Salt Lake City as registration opened and scores of attendees assembled for meetings of the Hygienically Clean users group and board, an executive roundtable and an early-evening cocktail reception.

TRSA held a Nov. 8 webinar titled, “Promoting Your Company Certification to Maximize ROI.” During this presentation, a pair of association consultants provided tips for marketing your linen, uniform and facility services company’s certification to maximize its value and gain new business opportunities.

After 23 years at WSI, John Walroth is named president of the company.

ARCO/Murray, Downers Grove, IL, recently announced another record-breaking year for its annual Bike Ride for the Kids. This year’s event included 80 riders, 30 volunteers and a grand total of $56,000 raised, according to a news release.

Cintas Corp., Mason, OH, recently announced that its uniform rental location in Stockton, CA, received Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) Star certification from the California State Occupational Safety and Health Administration (CAL-OSHA). The announcement took place during a special ceremony at the Cintas facility, according to a news release.

Fujitsu Frontech North America Inc., Foothill Ranch, CA, recently announced that it has partnered with TRSA associate member Positek RFID LP to form a new subsidiary company, Positek RFID Inc., with the objective of expanding the market for washable RFID technologies in North America. Jeff Markman will continue his leadership role as president of the new company, reporting to the board of directors. Herb Markman also will be actively involved with Positek RFID Inc. and assumes the position of chief technology officer, according to a news release.