Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings, Inc. current report, 07 July 2016

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Business Context and Reporting Period

This Form 8-K filing by Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: OLLI) covers events occurring on July 7, 2016. The report details corporate governance changes regarding the composition of the Board of Directors and its Audit Committee.

Financial Metrics

This filing is a current report regarding corporate governance and does not contain financial statements. Consequently, there are no reported values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity in this document.

Material Changes

The primary material change reported is the restructuring of the Board of Directors:

  • Board Size: The Board fixed the number of directors at eight (8).
  • New Appointment: Stephen W. White was appointed as a Class III Director and a member of the Audit Committee, effective immediately.
  • Committee Change: Joseph Scharfenberger, Jr. will cease being a member of the Audit Committee, effective immediately, though he remains a Class I Director.

Management Commentary and Qualifications

The Board determined that Mr. White qualifies as an "independent director" under Nasdaq Stock Market Rules and is qualified to serve on the Audit Committee under Rule 10A-3 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Key qualifications cited include:

  • Experience as Chief Logistics Officer at Dollar Tree, Inc. (2003-2016).
  • Previous senior supply chain and transportation roles at Ames Department Stores, LyphoMed Pharmaceuticals, Eastern Airlines, and Shell Oil Company.
  • Ability to read and understand fundamental financial statements.

No financial guidance, outlook, or discussion of risks and contingencies is provided in this filing.

Key Facts for Investor Verification

  • Verify the effective date of Stephen W. White's appointment to the Board and Audit Committee (July 7, 2016).
  • Confirm the total number of directors is now fixed at eight.
  • Note that Joseph Scharfenberger, Jr. remains on the Board but is no longer on the Audit Committee.
  • Review the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) for additional details on the appointment.