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Pep Boys Adds Senior Merchant

1 September 1998

Pep Boys Adds Senior Merchant

    PHILADELPHIA--Aug. 31, 1998--The Pep Boys - Manny, Moe & Jack , the nation's leading automotive aftermarket retail and service chain, announced the hiring of Robert E. Brann as Vice President-Merchandising.
    Brann will be responsible for merchandise buying and presentation as well as price management.
    Brann, age 46, served as Executive Vice President-Merchandise at Trak Auto since 1990. Prior to joining Trak Auto, Brann's retail merchandising experience was highlighted by three years as Vice President at Frank's Nursery & Crafts, four years as Senior Buyer-Automotive at Target Stores and six years at Tractor Supply Co.
    Pep Boys' CEO, Mitchell G. Leibovitz, made the following commented:
    "We are extremely pleased to have someone with Bob's ability, experience and passion join our management team. In addition to his merchandising talent, Bob brings excellent analytical and negotiating skills to Pep Boys at a point in time when we are dedicated to improving our store presentation, inventory efficiency and operating results."