“We are confident that with our scale, loyalty programs and strong balance sheet, combined with the capable, knowledgeable Roundy’s associates and superior store locations, we can grow the Wisconsin markets. At the same time, we are excited to learn about and leverage key findings from Mariano’s experiences in Chicago.” – Mike Schlotman, Kroger Executive Vice President & CFO More About Roundy’s: Like Kroger, Roundy’s has a long and rich history. The company was founded in 1872, when Judson A. Roundy and two partners, Sidney Hauxhurst and William A. Smith, founded a wholesale grocery company called Smith, Roundy & Co. in Milwaukee. From there, the company began to grow. Key Milestones: 1902: The firm incorporates as Roundy’s, Peckham & Dexter Co. 1922: Roundy’s begins to offer its own brand of products. 1975: The company opens a Pick ‘n Save Warehouse Foods store. 2001: Roundy’s purchases Copps Food Centers, the largest family-owned supermarket chain in Wisconsin at the time. 2010: The company launches Mariano’s in the Chicago metropolitan area, offering world-class shopping and customer service. 2012: Roundy’s goes public on February 8, trading on the New York Stock Exchange as RNDY. Other Facts: The company operates 34 Mariano’s stores in Chicago and 117 supermarkets in Wisconsin under three banners: 88 Pick ‘n Save stores, mainly in the Milwaukee area, 25 Copps stores and four Metro Market stores. Roundy’s has approximately $4 billion in total annual sales. The company has a strong commitment to health and wellness, sustainability and giving back to their communities. What’s next? Stores in Kroger’s family of companies and Roundy’s will continue to operate as usual while we wait for completion of the tender offer and customary approvals. The merger is expected to close by the end of the calendar year. After closing, we will keep leaders and associates informed of our key integration steps and progress on an ongoing basis. Our goal in this process is to support the continued success of Roundy’s and Kroger as we combine our companies. We believe that this merger will strengthen both of our organizations and deepen our connections with our customers and communities. | “We are excited about becoming part of The Kroger Co. Kroger’s scale, knowledge and experience allows us to accelerate the strategic initiatives we have invested in and makes us a more formidable competitor in the marketplace. This a great win for our customers, communities, employees and our shareholders, and I personally look forward to continue to exceed customer and employee expectations.” ‒ Bob Mariano, Chairman, President & CEO, Roundy’s, Inc |