Nikki De Young
About Nikki De Young
Nikki De Young is a Key Account Manager at Cintas, where she has worked since 2021. With a background in psychology from Purdue University and extensive experience in various managerial roles at Cintas, she has consistently achieved high performance and received multiple awards for her leadership and account management skills.
Work at Cintas
Nikki De Young has held multiple positions at Cintas, starting as an Office Clerical from 1998 to 1999 in Griffith, Indiana. She then progressed to serve as an Office Manager from 1999 to 2002 in Hammond, Indiana. Following this role, she worked as a Service Manager from 2002 to 2007, also in Hammond. De Young was promoted to Branch Manager, a position she held for 14 years until 2021. Currently, she serves as a Key Account Manager, a role she has occupied since 2021, managing 45 multi-location accounts across Minnesota, Iowa, and Nebraska.
Education and Expertise
Nikki De Young studied at Purdue University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology from 1995 to 1997. Her educational background contributes to her expertise in managing accounts and mentoring staff. De Young has demonstrated her ability to maintain high performance in various roles at Cintas, particularly in Accounts Receivable and account management.
Achievements
Throughout her career at Cintas, Nikki De Young has received several awards and recognitions. She achieved multiple peak performance wins as an Office Manager, consistently maintaining the best Accounts Receivable numbers. As Branch Manager, she received the Catalog Growth Award and numerous Peak Performance awards under her mentorship. In her current role as Key Account Manager, she is a three-time recipient of the Summit Award and received the Outstanding Achievement Award in 2021. Additionally, she has been recognized with the Safety Performance Award and contributed to Cintas being named a Top Employer of Iowa for multiple years.
Mentorship and Leadership
Nikki De Young has played a significant role in mentoring Management Trainees and promoting Service Representatives to leadership positions during her tenure at Cintas. Her leadership has contributed to the professional development of many individuals, fostering a culture of growth and excellence within the organization. De Young's commitment to mentorship is evident in the numerous leadership partners who achieved Peak Performance awards under her guidance.