Former Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Vitamin Shoppe, Inc. Independent Age: 72 Director Since: 2024 Committees: Finance NCG Other Current Public Directorships: Five Below, Inc. Professional Background Non-Executive Chairman, Vitamin Shoppe, Inc., a nutritional supplement retailer (2007 to 2009, 2016), Executive Chairman, Vitamin Shoppe, Inc. (2011 to 2016), Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board, Vitamin Shoppe, Inc. (2009 to retirement in 2011) Senior management positions, Toys R Us, Inc. (1990 to 2006), including Vice Chair of Toys R Us, Inc. and President of the Babies R Us and the Toys R Us U.S. and international operation divisions (2004 to 2006) Operating Partner, Irving Place Capital Management, L. P. (2008 to 2009) Operating Partner, Bear Stearns Merchant Banking (2006 to 2008) Various positions at Target Corporation, including buyer, Director Internal Operations and Vice President Divisional Merchandise Manager (1981 to 1990) Relevant Skills and Experience Leadership Experience Mr. Markee brings over 30 years of leadership experience to the Board, having served in various leadership roles at large public companies. Throughout his time at Toys R Us, Mr. Markee developed a new business in Babies R Us and at Vitamin Shoppe led the organization through an IPO. He has extensive private and public company experience and has also previously served as a director of Collective Brands, Inc., The Sports Authority, Inc., Dorel Industries, Toys R Us, and Pets Supplies Plus. Industry Knowledge and Experience Mr. Markee has deep expertise and insight in leading large retail organizations, including serving as CEO of Vitamin Shoppe, Inc. where he was responsible for the day-to-day operations, including its retail and direct businesses. Mr. Markee, during his 16 years at Toys R Us, was responsible for each division of the company as President of Kids R Us, Babies R Us and Toys R Us domestic and international. Additionally, Mr. Markee served as an Operating Partner at Irving Place Management and Bear Stearns Merchant Banking, two private equity firms focused on growth capital investments in companies in the consumer and retail industries. Sales and Marketing Experience Mr. Markee s decades of experience in senior executive positions within the retail industry provide him with extensive knowledge and expertise in strategy, operations, sales and marketing. Mr. Markee has been involved in the development and implementation of numerous business strategies while serving as a Director and as the leader of multiple business units.