On July 25, Unitex marked the family-owned company’s 100th anniversary. Due to Unitex’s rapid growth since the mid-’90s when it began specializing in healthcare textile processing, top managers planned events at 13 different facilities to mark the centennial. Based in Elmsford, NY, the company’s family executive team, including Chairman Michael Potack and sons President David and CEO Rob, led the festivities at plants in New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts and Connecticut.

At the two-hour celebrations they oversaw at various sites, the leadership’s remarks centered on thanking employees for their efforts. Attendees also enjoyed a catered lunch. They received commemorative clothing ...