Lexington, Ky. — Tempur Sealy International, Inc., which recently acquired Mattress Firm, has named its own chairman and CEO, Scott Thompson, as interim CEO of Mattress Firm following CEO John Eck’s recent decision to step down. Mattress Firm is the nation’s largest mattress specialty retailer.
In the meantime, Tempur Sealy has entered into a consulting agreement with Eck to ensure a smooth transition. The company expects to appoint a new CEO of Mattress Firm within the next 6 to 9 months.
“We thank John for his successful 6 years at Mattress Firm, leading the business to outperform the market over the period of his leadership,” says Thompson. “I look forward to working with the Mattress Firm leadership team during this transitional period.”
The company previously announced it will change its name to Somnigroup International Inc., effective Feb. 18, 2025. Mattress Firm, Dreams and Tempur Sealy will operate as decentralized business units under Somnigroup International. Mattress Firm and Dreams will continue to operate as multi-branded retailers and Tempur Sealy, primarily a manufacturer, will continue to serve third-party retailers as well as Mattress Firm, Dreams and Tempur Sealy direct-to-consumer channels.
Tempur Sealy’s products are sold through third-party retailers, more than 750 company-owned stores worldwide and e-commerce channels.
SOURCE: Tempur Sealy International, Inc.