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lululemon athletica (LULU) founder launches campaign and board slate push

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Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Dennis J. Wilson and affiliated entities updated their Schedule 13D for lululemon athletica inc. to confirm beneficial ownership of 9,904,856 common shares, representing 8.4% of the company. The filing states this ownership level is unchanged from Amendment No. 13 filed in late February 2026.

Wilson and related entities, including Anamered Investments Inc. and LIPO Investments (USA), Inc., remain key shareholders, with Anamered reporting 4,755,217 shares (4.1%) and LIPO reporting 3,401,596 shares (2.9%).

The amendment also discloses that on March 5, 2026, Wilson launched a campaign website, CreativityFirstlulu.com, outlining steps he believes lululemon should take to restore investor confidence. These include empowering creative leadership, speeding product delivery, protecting brand value over short-term revenue, and recommitting to the company’s original muse.

The website highlights three independent director candidates nominated by Wilson for election to the board at the Annual Meeting: Marc Maurer, Laura Gentile, and Eric Hirshberg. A related press release titled “Chip Wilson Launches Website in Campaign for Change at lululemon” is filed as Exhibit 99.1 and incorporated by reference.

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Wilson confirms an 8.4% stake and escalates an activist-style governance campaign at lululemon.

The amendment shows Dennis J. Wilson and related entities continue to control 9,904,856 lululemon shares, or 8.4% of the common stock, with no change from the prior amendment. Major blocks are held through entities such as Anamered Investments Inc. and LIPO Investments (USA), Inc., reinforcing Wilson’s position as a significant long-term shareholder.

The filing’s more consequential development is the formalization of Wilson’s campaign for change. On March 5, 2026, he launched the CreativityFirstlulu.com website, which lays out steps he believes the company should take to restore investor confidence, focusing on creative leadership, faster product development systems, and prioritizing brand value over chasing revenue.

Wilson also discloses three independent director nominees—Marc Maurer, Laura Gentile, and Eric Hirshberg—for election at the Annual Meeting. The outcome of the director election and any board or strategic response will shape how much influence this campaign ultimately has on lululemon’s direction; further details are contained in the Exhibit 99.1 press release referenced in the amendment.






Dennis J. Wilson
21 Water Street, Suite 600,
Vancouver, British Columbia, Z4, V6B 1A1
604-737-7232

(Name, Address and Telephone Number of Person Authorized to Receive Notices and Communications)
03/05/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of This Statement)


If the filing person has previously filed a statement on Schedule 13G to report the acquisition that is the subject of this Schedule 13D, and is filing this schedule because of §§ 240.13d-1(e), 240.13d-1(f) or 240.13d-1(g), check the following box.

The information required on the remainder of this cover page shall not be deemed to be "filed" for the purpose of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ("Act") or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section of the Act but shall be subject to all other provisions of the Act (however, see the Notes).






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Dennis J. Wilson
Signature:/s/ Dennis J. Wilson
Name/Title:Dennis J. Wilson
Date:03/09/2026
Anamered Investments Inc.
Signature:/s/ Dennis J. Wilson
Name/Title:Dennis J. Wilson, Director
Date:03/09/2026
LIPO Investments (USA), Inc.
Signature:/s/ Dennis J. Wilson
Name/Title:Dennis J. Wilson, Director
Date:03/09/2026
Wilson 5 Foundation
Signature:/s/ Dennis J. Wilson
Name/Title:Dennis J. Wilson, Director of Wilson 5 Foundation Management Ltd., corporate trustee of Wilson 5 Foundation
Date:03/09/2026
Wilson 5 Foundation Management Ltd.
Signature:/s/ Dennis J. Wilson
Name/Title:Dennis J. Wilson, Director
Date:03/09/2026
Five Boys Investments ULC
Signature:/s/ Dennis J. Wilson
Name/Title:Dennis J. Wilson, Director
Date:03/09/2026
Shannon Wilson
Signature:/s/ Shannon Wilson
Name/Title:Shannon Wilson
Date:03/09/2026
Low Tide Properties Ltd.
Signature:/s/ Dennis J. Wilson
Name/Title:Dennis J. Wilson, Director
Date:03/09/2026
House of Wilson Ltd.
Signature:/s/ Dennis J. Wilson
Name/Title:Dennis J. Wilson, Director
Date:03/09/2026
Laura Gentile
Signature:/s/ Laura Gentile
Name/Title:Laura Gentile
Date:03/09/2026
Eric Hirshberg
Signature:/s/ Eric Hirshberg
Name/Title:Eric Hirshberg
Date:03/09/2026
Marc Maurer
Signature:/s/ Marc Maurer
Name/Title:Marc Maurer
Date:03/09/2026

FAQ

How many lululemon (LULU) shares does Dennis J. Wilson currently beneficially own?

Dennis J. Wilson and affiliated entities beneficially own 9,904,856 shares of lululemon common stock, representing 8.4% of the company. The amendment specifies this ownership level has not changed since Amendment No. 13 filed in late February 2026.

What is the purpose of Dennis J. Wilson’s latest Schedule 13D/A for lululemon (LULU)?

The amendment updates background information and confirms Wilson’s unchanged 8.4% stake in lululemon. It also formally discloses his campaign for change, including a new website and director nominations, aimed at steps he believes could restore investor confidence in the company.

Which entities tied to Dennis J. Wilson hold major lululemon (LULU) share blocks?

Key Wilson-related holders include Anamered Investments Inc. with 4,755,217 shares (4.1%) and LIPO Investments (USA), Inc. with 3,401,596 shares (2.9%). Additional shares are held through entities such as Wilson 5 Foundation, Low Tide Properties Ltd., and others.

What is CreativityFirstlulu.com and how does it relate to lululemon (LULU)?

CreativityFirstlulu.com is a campaign website launched by Dennis J. Wilson on March 5, 2026. It outlines steps he believes lululemon should take, including empowering creative leadership, rebuilding product systems for speed, protecting brand value, and recommitting to the company’s original muse.

Which board candidates has Dennis J. Wilson nominated at lululemon (LULU)?

Wilson has nominated three independent director candidates for election to lululemon’s board at the Annual Meeting: Marc Maurer, Laura Gentile, and Eric Hirshberg. These nominees are highlighted on the CreativityFirstlulu.com website and referenced in the attached press release.

Did Dennis J. Wilson change his lululemon (LULU) ownership in this Schedule 13D amendment?

No. The amendment explicitly states that the number of lululemon common shares beneficially owned by the reporting persons has not changed since Amendment No. 13 filed on February 27, 2026. Wilson’s reported ownership remains 9,904,856 shares, or 8.4% of the class.
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