Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) today announced the 2025 Custodian of the Year contest finalists. This year’s finalists joining the grand prize winner in Las Vegas are Rosalio “Lio” Rodriguez from Sachse High School in Sachse, Texas and Micaela “Mica” Ortiz Arredondo from William G. Hibbard Elementary in Chicago. The two custodians were each surprised with a ceremony at their respective schools by teachers, their families and Cintas representatives. They were awarded a $1,000 cash prize and a trip for two to Las Vegas, where they’ll be celebrated during the International Sanitary Supply Association (ISSA) Show North America. 

“The outpouring of community support for Lio and Mica, along with the other eight finalists, was a standout aspect of this year’s contest,” said Emily Ramos, Director of Marketing at Cintas. “Their hard work and dedication truly stood out, and we look forward to honoring their achievements together at the ISSA Show in November.”

Lio is known for an exceptional work ethic and dedication. He always goes above and beyond to keep the school in top-notch condition. Lio leads by example, with a smile on his face, inspiring both faculty and students with his passion for his work and positive disposition.

“Creating safe and welcoming spaces in schools wouldn’t be possible without the vital work of custodians,” said John Barett, Executive Director of ISSA. “The dedication these two custodians display, despite the demanding nature of their work, speaks volumes about their commitment to the well-being of their entire school community.”

Mica approaches everything she does with kindness. More than just a custodian, she creates a welcoming and supportive environment for students, staff and visitors alike. For example, she speaks to students in both English and Spanish and often goes above and beyond to make families feel at home.

“Lio and Mica’s dedication to their school communities is evident in everything they do, with their impact extending far beyond cleaning, earning them this well-deserved recognition,” said Robert Posthauer, SVP & GM of Rubbermaid Commercial Products.

Lio and Mica will also receive a cleaning supply package from Rubbermaid Commercial Products and complimentary tuition to one ISSA Cleaning Management Institute (CMI) virtual training event, valued at $1,500. 

For more information about the Cintas Custodian of the Year contest, visit custodianoftheyear.com   

About Cintas Corporation 

Cintas Corporation helps more than one million businesses of all types and sizes get Ready™ to open their doors with confidence every day by providing products and services that help keep their customers’ facilities and employees clean, safe, and looking their best. With offerings including uniforms, mats, mops, towels, restroom supplies, workplace water services, first aid and safety products, eye-wash stations, safety training, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems and alarm service, Cintas helps customers get Ready for the Workday®. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Cintas is a publicly held Fortune 500 company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of both the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index and Nasdaq-100 Index. 

About ISSA:      

With more than 11,000 members – including distributors, manufacturers, manufacturer representatives, wholesalers, building service contractors, in-house service providers, residential cleaners, and associated service members – ISSA is the world’s leading trade association for the cleaning industry. The association is committed to changing the way the world views cleaning by providing its members with the business tools they need to promote cleaning as an investment in human health, the environment, and an improved bottom line. Headquartered in Rosemont, Ill., USA, the association has regional offices in Milan, Italy; Toronto, Canada; Sydney, Australia; Seoul, South Korea; and Shanghai, China. For more information about ISSA, visit www.issa.com or call 800-225-4772 (North America) or 847-982-0800. 

About Rubbermaid Commercial Products:    

Headquartered in Huntersville, North Carolina, Rubbermaid Commercial Products (RCP) is a manufacturer of innovative, solution-based products that support the hard workers who keep the world working in commercial and institutional markets worldwide. Since 1968, RCP has pioneered world-class solutions in waste management, material transport, cleaning, safety, washroom, and foodservice made with the most durable materials to last longer, clean deeper, and keep people safer. RCP is one of the many industry-leading brands within the Newell Brands global portfolio. More information can be found at www.rubbermaidcommercial.com or on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X, and YouTube.  

Cintas Media Contact: 

Michelle Goret, Cintas Vice President of Corporate Affairs | [email protected], 513-972-4155