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Bed Bath & Beyond (BBBY) announces the appointment of Wade E. Haddad as Senior Vice President of Real Estate and Construction as part of a comprehensive restructuring plan. With over 25 years of experience, Haddad will spearhead the store optimization strategy, enhancing the company's real estate portfolio and supporting omnichannel services like BOPIS and curbside pickup. COO John Hartmann highlights Haddad's track record in multi-brand management, aiming to unlock real estate value and improve customer service. Haddad expressed excitement about optimizing the company's footprint and growth strategy.

Bed Bath & Beyond announced a significant organizational realignment on August 25, 2020, aiming to achieve annual pre-tax cost savings of approximately $150 million. This restructuring is part of a broader plan expected to improve EBITDA by $250 million to $350 million over the next two to three years. The company will reduce approximately 2,800 jobs to streamline operations and fund growth initiatives, including enhancing its omni-channel shopping experience. The anticipated cash restructuring charges are around $25 million, primarily for severance costs.

Bed Bath & Beyond announced early results and a settlement date for cash tender offers to purchase up to $300 million of its Senior Notes (4.915% due 2034 and 5.165% due 2044). The early tender deadline was August 21, 2020, with $479.87 million in notes validly tendered. The early settlement date is anticipated on or around August 28, 2020. Due to a high volume of tenders, purchases will be subject to tender caps. The offers commenced on August 10, 2020, and will expire on September 4, 2020.

Bed Bath & Beyond launches College from Home, a shopping experience aimed at helping students and parents redesign childhood bedrooms into functional remote learning spaces. The initiative comes in response to the COVID-19 pandemic's impact on college learning environments. With a new section on their website featuring expert tips and curated products, the retailer also partners with Decorist for design assistance. The offering includes dorm essentials and a College Savings Pass for discounts until September 30, 2020.

Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. (Nasdaq: BBBY) has lifted the suspension of its planned debt reductions due to improved market conditions. The company initiated cash tender offers to purchase up to $300 million of its senior notes, including 4.195% Senior Notes due 2034 and 5.165% Senior Notes due 2044. The tender offers are subject to a Maximum Tender Offer Amount and various caps. The offers will expire on September 4, 2020, with an early tender deadline on August 21, 2020. Bed Bath plans to finance these offers using cash on hand.

Bed Bath & Beyond has completed the sale of PersonalizationMall.com to 1-800-FLOWERS.COM for $245 million. This divestiture aligns with the company's strategy to streamline its operations and enhance focus on core markets such as Home, Baby, and Beauty. CEO Mark Tritton stated this marks a significant step in financial flexibility amidst the ongoing challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The proceeds will bolster liquidity, essential for future growth amidst a complex retail environment.

Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. (Nasdaq: BBBY) announced that it will close all its stores on Thanksgiving Day in the U.S. and Canada, including its brands like buybuy BABY and Cost Plus World Market. This decision aims to enhance the holiday shopping experience by offering new services such as a 2-hour Buy-Online-Pickup-In-Store (BOPIS) and contactless Curbside Pickup. The company expressed pride in its associates' efforts during COVID-19 and emphasized its commitment to customer satisfaction during the holiday season.

Bed Bath & Beyond (Nasdaq: BBBY) announced the appointment of Lynda Markoe as Executive Vice President and Chief People & Culture Officer, effective September 2020. With over 30 years of experience in major retail, including leadership roles at J.Crew and Gap, Markoe will focus on talent management and cultural transformation. Her role includes driving the company’s People growth pillar, aimed at developing diverse, high-performing teams. Mark Tritton, CEO, expressed enthusiasm about her strategic experience supporting the company's goals in the evolving retail landscape.

Bed Bath & Beyond (Nasdaq: BBBY) has appointed Neil Lick as Senior Vice President of Owned Brands. Lick, formerly with Williams-Sonoma, will lead a new team focused on launching customer-inspired owned brands starting in 2021. The company aims to enhance product curation and differentiation, particularly in core categories such as bed, bath, and kitchen. This strategic move is part of Bed Bath & Beyond's effort to strengthen its position as a leading omnichannel retailer, aiming to deepen customer connections and market share.