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UniFirst Proxy Filing summary

Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.
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Proxy Filing summary14 Nov, 2025

Executive summary

  • Engine Capital, owning 2% of combined voting power, is soliciting proxies to elect two nominees to the Board, citing the need for boardroom and strategic change to enhance shareholder value.

  • Engine criticizes UniFirst's leadership succession, operational execution, capital allocation, and governance, highlighting underperformance versus peers and missed M&A opportunities.

  • Engine urges a formal sale process, arguing that a sale is the best path to maximize value for all stakeholders after the Board rejected a significant acquisition offer.

  • The solicitation is not on behalf of the current Board or management, and Engine recommends using its BLUE universal proxy card for voting.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

  • Shareholders are asked to elect two directors (Engine's nominees), vote on a non-binding advisory say-on-pay proposal, and ratify the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as auditor.

  • Engine recommends voting for its nominees and makes no recommendation on the other two proposals.

  • Shareholders can vote for any combination of nominees using the universal proxy card, but Engine urges support for its slate.

  • Procedures for submitting shareholder proposals for the 2027 annual meeting are outlined, including deadlines and requirements.

Board of directors and corporate governance

  • Engine criticizes the Board's independence and effectiveness, citing long tenures, family ties, and lack of accountability.

  • Proposes adding directors with operational and M&A expertise and forming a special committee of independent directors to oversee a sale process.

  • Engine's nominees: Arnaud Ajdler (investment and board experience) and Michael A. Croatti (operational expertise, former EVP of Operations).

  • Board is classified into three classes with staggered terms; two Class II seats are up for election.

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UniFirst Corporation, a North American leader in the supply and servicing of uniforms, workwear, and protective clothing, enhances your company image and also protects your employees. UniFirst Corporation provides workplace uniforms, corporate attire, entrance mats and other floor care products, restroom supplies, soaps and dispensers, and first aid products. Its Uniform Rental Program includes lease, delivery, cleaning, repair and maintenance services of various apparel items.

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