Exhibit 99.1
THE VITAMIN SHOPPE APPOINTS MICHAEL G. ARCHBOLD AS CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER AND CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
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North Bergen, NJ, April 4, 2007 – The Vitamin Shoppe announced today the appointment of Michael G. Archbold to the role of Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer. Archbold will assume responsibility for the strategic financial functions of the company and provide leadership to Store Operations, Information Technology and Loss Prevention departments effective April 16, 2007.
Archbold most recently served as Executive Vice President /Chief Financial and Administrative Officer of Saks Fifth Avenue and was poised to assume the post of Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Saks Incorporated in early May. Previously, Archbold was Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for AutoZone, the nation’s leading retailer of automotive parts and accessories. He also served as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the Booksellers Division of Barnes & Noble, Inc. from 1996 to 2002, and formerly held various financial positions of increasing responsibility with Woolworth Corporation (now Foot Locker, Inc.).
“Mike is bringing to us an incredible depth of experience, a proven record of success and most importantly, a passion for retailing, said Tom Tolworthy, CEO of The Vitamin Shoppe. “More than ever, The Vitamin Shoppe’s growth opportunities abound as a result of our constant dedication to remaining the leading specialty retailer and direct marketer of vitamins, minerals, herbs, supplements, sports nutrition and other health and wellness products, he said. “Mike’s addition to our executive leadership team will certainly energize our potential and maximize the opportunity before us,” Tolworthy added.
The Vitamin Shoppe, which was founded in 1977 with a single store in New York City, now owns and operates over 300 stores nationwide. Widely recognized as an innovator in providing product information, knowledgeable health enthusiast associates, and customer education, the company also offers a comprehensive web site (www.vitaminshoppe.com) and produces the nation’s most complete vitamin and supplement catalog.
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