Southwest Region Q3 Client Connect

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A MESSAGE FROM THE SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT

Greetings,

Sustainability is at the core of many things we do, both behind the scenes and customer facing, such as stop food waste day and Food With Purpose. Inside this newsletter, you will discover many of our creative solutions aimed at advancing this important initiative.

Additionally, you'll find updates on other exciting events happening in our region, including Barista Appreciation Day, our supply diversity supplier spotlight, and women in culinary, to name a few.

I hope you enjoy the newsletter and look forward to seeing you very soon.

Thank you. We appreciate your support and partnership.

Maggie McLafferty, SVP Southwest Region

TRENDS AND UPDATES

STORIES OF IMPACT AND CHANGE

Compass Group USA’s Sustainability Report is a collection of stories, testimonials and examples showcasing our teams working together to make a difference.

We invite you to read how Eurest is making a positive impact on people and the planet:

Our Planet Promise Change Maker Emily Wunder (pg 14)

Compass Group Chef of the Year Katie Cowie (pg 18)

Our Plant Forward Strategy in Action at Rivian (pg 38)

Our Women-led Cool Chix concept and partnership (pgs 92-93)

READ COMPASS GROUP’S 2023 CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY REPORT

GIVING VOICE TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

Compass Group USA’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Report shares engaging stories that reflect our three pillars of impact: People, Culture, and Community

Here’s where you can find Eurest in the report: Acting in Harmony Ritu Dewan (pg 8) Frontline Empowerment Rina Amaya Pena (pg 41) How Nuggets are Supporting Women-Owned Businesses (pgs 66-68) Igniting Small Businesses (pg 74-75)

READ COMPASS GROUP’S 2024 DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION REPORT

CONNECT WITH PEOPLE

FOOD WITH PURPOSE CHANGE MAKERS

Our Food with Purpose Change Makers embody the key principles and focus areas of our wellness and sustainability platform, continuously working for the good of people and the planet. They help people make better nutrition choices, work to source sustainably, lessen our carbon impact and reduce waste

READ ABOUT CHANGE MAKER EMILY WUNDER

READ ABOUT CHANGE MAKER KERRY ROSE

BARISTA APPRECIATION DAY!

We celebrated Barista Appreciation Day on May 9th as a day dedicated to celebrating the unsung heroes behind your favorite cup of coffee. On this special holiday, we honored the skill, dedication, and passion of baristas who craft each beverage with precision and care.

INSPIRE THROUGH FOOD

OUR SPRING CATERING MENU IS HERE

Celebrate spring by catering your next event! Our spring menu offers a variety of delicious flavors using the finest seasonal ingredients. Enjoy our limited-time Spring Feature meal, featuring either chicken or black bean enchiladas with arroz rice, tortilla chips, salsa, and sweet cinnamon sugar churros with water all for just $14. For more information, reach out to your Catering Manager.

NEW CULINARY CONCEPTS

1) DHABA honors the diverse cultures and traditions of Indian cuisine. These five new menus will replace long-time favorite, Masala, to introduce a fresh take on traditional cooking techniques, spices, and sauces specific to the regions of North and South India

2) RHYTHM & ROUX is inspired by the vibrant history and culture of Louisiana. Our chefs traveled to the Pelican State to research traditional ingredients used for Cajun and Creole cuisine, bringing our guests two authentic menus.

3) FISH & CHIP SHOP is a celebration of coastal traditions. This menu uses sustainable seafood that offers signature favorites like beer-battered fish and crispy golden-fried shrimp paired with complementing sides and sauces

SOLUTIONS CREATE

WELLNESS & SUSTAINABILITY PLATFORM

We understand the tremendous impact we can have on healthy living for all which is one of the main drivers of our wellness and sustainability platform, Food with Purpose, designed for the good of people and planet Whatever Eurest does, you will find Food with Purpose at the core of it. The platform is the foundation of meaningful initiatives we lead, influence and leverage for health and well-being, environmental and social change. including the ingredients we use and recipes we create, and the passion of our people who want to make a difference in the workplace and beyond.

READ MORE ABOUT OUR FOOD WITH PURPOSE PLATFORM

STOP FOOD WASTE DAY: JOIN US IN THE FIGHT AGAINST FOOD WASTE

Stop Food Waste Day was on April 24! We’re driving awareness to reduce food waste while sharing practical, creative, and impactful ways we can change our behavior. Have you taken the pledge to stop food waste? Follow us on Instagram at @eurestusa and use the hashtag #stopfoodwasteday to show us what actions you are taking and check out how we as a company show our awareness!

LEARN MORE ABOUT STOP FOOD WASTE DAY

SOLUTIONS THAT REDUCE FOOD WASTE AND PROTECT OUR PLANET

In honor of Earth Month, we're reinforcing our commitment to reduce food waste Did you know an estimated 40% of the nation’s food supply is wasted annually? Compass Group aligns with the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals, pledging a 50% reduction by 2030. Eurest is dedicated to reducing food waste, using our proprietary Waste Not 2.0 tracking system to measure our habits and impact.

READ MORE ABOUT WASTE NOT 2.0 AND EFFORTS TO COMBAT FOOD WASTE

INTRODUCING DIRECT COFFEE ROASTERS

Direct Coffee Roasters is Eurest’s proprietary drip coffee brand that uses better beans to create a better world. Offering 10 small batch roasted, ethically sourced and eco-friendly blends from beans roasted at the peak of freshness, Direct Coffee Roasters delivers an exceptional coffee experience. With every cup, we are investing in coffee growers and sustainable agricultural practices. Reach out to a Eurest leader to learn more.

LEARN MORE ABOUT DIRECT COFFEE ROASTERS

HOW COFFEE BARS FUEL SUCCESS

Coffee bars have grown to be an important destination in the workplace, providing an energy boost during the day and positioned as an attractive office amenity. Read through our Coffee Solutions Lookbook to learn more about how we can partner with you to take advantage of this hot commodity

READ OUR COFFEE SOLUTIONS LOOKBOOK

LIVE OUR PROMISE

GOOD FOOD FOR GOOD MOOD

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Our teams will be creating special guest experiences and offering tips to show how good food can lead to a good mood. Did you know that around 90% of serotonin, a mood-affecting chemical, is produced in the gut?

Listen to our experts to learn more.

PODCAST: FOOD AND MOOD CONNECTION

PRIORITIZING SAFETY IN THE WORKPLACE

The safety of our associates, guests, and clients comes first This June, we’re recognizing National Safety Month to support our managers in creating safe work environments every day.

DIVERSE SUPPLIER SPOTLIGHT: RIP VAN AND MMMLY COOKIES

Eurest is proud to partner with a growing list of diverse suppliers with unique products and inspiring stories. Get to know our featured suppliers for Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in May and Pride Month in June:

Get to know our featured suppliers for Asian American Pacific Islander Month in May and Pride Month in June:

Rip Van: A coffee bar and fan favorite This MBE-certified company has a variety of products that are vegan and keto-friendly Their focus is on providing snacks in a healthier way, with 80% less sugar than the leading brands.

Peanut Butter & Co.: Lee Zalben, a.k.a. “The Peanut Butter Guy,” is the founder and CEO of Peanut Butter & Co. In 1998 Lee opened the Peanut Butter & Co. sandwich shop in New York City and, in 2003, expanded into retail distribution.

Follow @eurestusa on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn to learn more.

NEWS IN THE

WOMEN WHO INSPIRE: EUREST CHEFS ATTEND ANNUAL WOMEN IN CULINARY SHOWCASE

Compass Group's Women in Culinary Showcase annually brings together topperforming female chefs from its 28 companies to learn, create, and inspire. This year, Executive Chef Patricia Seitz and Senior Chef Manager Raynasha Noel represented Eurest.

EUREST CARES: GIVING BACK IN 2023

In 2023, we made a big impact by using our time, talents, and partnerships to help the communities we serve through our community outreach program, Eurest Cares.

WHAT’S COMING

A LOOK AT Q3

Asian American Pacific Heritage Month, May

Mental Health Awareness Month, May

Pride Month, June

National Safety Month, June