Wild Oats Markets Reveals Operations Restructuring Plans

Wild Oats Markets Reveals Operations Restructuring Plans

BOULDER, Colo.--Wild Oats Markets (www.wildoats.com),a nationwide chain of natural foods markets in the United States and Canada,announced its operations restructuring plans. In light of the changes, JimLee, chief operating officer (COO) of the company since September 1996,announced his retirement. Bruce Bowman, former COO of Ben & JerrysHomemade Inc., will replace Lee.

Bowan, former senior vice president of operations, joined Wild Oats in May2001and will retain his current responsibilities in the technology and logisticsdepartment, along with overseeing operations. Andy Weis, formal regionaldirector of operations at Wild Oats, was promoted to vice president of storeoperations. Bruce brings a strong background and wealth of experience to hisnew position at Wild Oats, said Perry Odak, president and chief executiveofficer. Bruce and Andy will continue to reflect our commitment tostrengthening the Wild Oats Market brand while improving our relationshipswithout customers and associates.