Bed Bath & Beyond Appoints Jill Pavlovich And Jake Griffith To Accelerate Growth Of Its $3 Billion Digital Business

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Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. (Nasdaq: BBBY) announced the appointment of Jill Pavlovich as Senior Vice President, Digital Commerce, and Jake Griffith as Vice President, Product Management, effective April 4, 2021. This move aims to enhance the company's digital leadership team, focusing on its $3 billion digital business growth. Ms. Pavlovich will improve the digital shopping experience, while Mr. Griffith will develop new digital capabilities. Both bring extensive retail expertise to strengthen the company’s omni-always strategy as it approaches its 50th anniversary.

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• Appointment of experienced leaders enhances digital growth strategy.
• Jill Pavlovich and Jake Griffith bring over 30 years of retail expertise combined.
• Aim to innovate and improve customer digital experience, supporting the $3 billion digital business.

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UNION, N.J., March 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. (Nasdaq: BBBY) has named Jill Pavlovich as Senior Vice President, Digital Commerce and Jake Griffith as Vice President, Product Management, effective April 4, 2021. Ms. Pavlovich and Mr. Griffith will report to Rafeh Masood, Bed Bath & Beyond's Executive Vice President and Chief Digital Officer, strengthening the Company's digital leadership team as it continues to drive rapid growth in its $3 billion digital business. 

Ms. Pavlovich will be responsible for delivering ongoing improvements to the digital shopping experience, a key feature of the Company's omni-always growth strategy. She will lead digital merchandising and operations to elevate the customer experience. Mr. Griffith will be responsible for developing new digital capabilities for the Company, overseeing the stages of the product lifecycle to create a seamless experience across the customer's digital journey from discovery to post-purchase. In addition, he will help improve the speed and execution of key growth initiatives to create innovative and highly engaging end-to-end digital experiences.

Rafeh Masood said, "Our omni-always strategy is delivering rapid growth in our $3 billion digital business, so we're delighted to strengthen our team with the appointment of Jill and Jake who will bring industry-leading omnichannel retail expertise. As we enter our 50^th year, we will introduce customers to the new Bed Bath & Beyond with the launch of an exciting array of customer-inspired Owned Brands, reimagined stores, and continued investment in faster, easier and more convenient omnichannel shopping services. Jill and Jake bring deep merchandising, brand and digital retail experience to help accelerate our plans, innovate for our customers, and drive continued growth in sales and gross margin for our business." 

Ms. Pavlovich joins Bed Bath & Beyond with more than 15 years in omnichannel merchandising. She was most recently General Manager and Head of Exclusive Brands and Merchandising at Wayfair, where she was responsible for developing and launching 90+ exclusive brands to grow the product portfolio and drive revenue. Prior to this, Jill held leadership roles overseeing merchandising at Perry Ellis International, Dana-co, Natori, Warnaco, and Calvin Klein.

Jill Pavlovich said, "I am delighted to join Bed Bath & Beyond at such a pivotal time in its transformation. I look forward to helping develop the digital merchandising experience for the Company's exciting array of Owned Brands, while enhancing the omni-always experience to better serve customers and create a more meaningful experience when they shop with the brand."

Mr. Griffith brings more than 15 years of strategic retail experience and will join the Company from Walmart, where he held numerous leadership roles, most recently as the General Manager for Sports & Fitness. Prior to his time at Walmart, Mr. Griffith worked at Amazon where he held numerous roles overseeing business strategy for various portfolios during his tenure.

Mr. Griffith said, "Bed Bath & Beyond is one of the true icons in the retail sector, and I'm excited to support the digital innovation that has shaped its transformational omni-always growth. I look forward to helping Bed Bath & Beyond's customers unlock the potential in every room, especially at a time when home has never been more important in our lives, while helping the Company deliver continued and sustainable growth."

About Bed Bath & Beyond Inc.

Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. and subsidiaries (the "Company") is an omnichannel retailer that makes it easy for our customers to feel at home. The Company sells a wide assortment of merchandise in the Home, Baby, Beauty and Wellness markets. Additionally, the Company is a partner in a joint venture which operates retail stores in Mexico under the name Bed Bath & Beyond.

Bed Bath & Beyond operates websites at bedbathandbeyond.com, bedbathandbeyond.ca., buybuybaby.com, buybuybaby.ca, facevalues.com and decorist.com

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FAQ

What roles have Jill Pavlovich and Jake Griffith been appointed to at Bed Bath & Beyond?

Jill Pavlovich has been appointed as Senior Vice President, Digital Commerce, and Jake Griffith as Vice President, Product Management.

When do the new appointments at Bed Bath & Beyond take effect?

The appointments of Jill Pavlovich and Jake Griffith will take effect on April 4, 2021.

What is Bed Bath & Beyond's digital business revenue?

Bed Bath & Beyond's digital business generates approximately $3 billion in revenue.

What does the omni-always strategy at Bed Bath & Beyond involve?

The omni-always strategy focuses on creating an integrated shopping experience across digital and physical channels.

What experience do Jill Pavlovich and Jake Griffith bring to Bed Bath & Beyond?

Jill Pavlovich has over 15 years in omnichannel merchandising and Jake Griffith has over 15 years of strategic retail experience, including roles at Walmart and Amazon.