He Turned His Dad’s Laundry Service Into A $75B Company

In 1929, a small business called Acme Industrial Laundry began with a humble yet unusual start — washing rags and uniforms for circus performers. This intriguing tale of business growth spans generations, with Richard Farmer transforming his father’s modest laundry company into Cintas, now a $75 billion global giant. Learn how Cintas grew from a $180K revenue business to a subscription-based empire, supplying uniforms and services across industries. Discover the family dynamics behind the company’s success, its recurring revenue model, and the legacy that Richard Farmer built over decades. Is building a multi-generational business something you aspire to?

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