ARAMARK has been ranked No. 1 in its industry on FORTUNE magazine’s list of “America’s Most Admired Companies” for 2008.

ARAMARK topped the magazine’s list in the Diversified Outsourcing category, which studies businesses that offer a range of value-added professional services. The company has placed among the top three companies in this category each year since 1998 and has ranked No. 1 four times, in 2008, 2006, 2003, and 2002.

“I am very thankful for the hard work and dedication of our employees, who deliver excellent service each and every day for our clients and customers around the world,” says Joseph Neubauer, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of ARAMARK. “Their commitment is the driving force that makes ARAMARK a leader, satisfying the diverse needs and preferences of the many institutions with which we partner globally. We are grateful for their efforts and contributions, which have made us one of the most respected companies in our business.”

ARAMARK rated No. 1 in seven of the eight key criteria by which companies are evaluated:

• Innovation
• Quality of the products or services offered to clients
• Social responsibility to the community and the environment
• Ability to attract and retain talent
• Quality of management team
• Use of corporate assets
• Financial soundness

FORTUNE’s study of America’s Most Admired Companies is conducted annually by The Hay Group, a global consulting firm. The study surveys top executives and directors from FORTUNE 1000 and Global 500 companies, along with financial analysts to identify companies with the strongest reputations.