Tempur-Pedic International Inc. Announces Changes in Retail Management

LEXINGTON, Ky., Sept. 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Tempur-Pedic International Inc., the manufacturer and distributor of the revolutionary pressure-relieving Swedish Mattresses(TM), announces the promotion of Mr. Chris Henning to President of the Retail Division of Tempur-Pedic, Inc. Mr. Henning previously served as Vice President of Sales for the Western United States and will succeed Mr. David Fogg, longtime company leader. Mr. Fogg assumes the new role of Senior Vice President National Accounts and will also focus on developing Tempur-Pedic's international business in the Western Hemisphere.

"Since Chris joined the company over three years ago, he has proven to be extremely valuable in helping to grow our retail business," said President Tom Bryant. "His in-depth industry knowledge and dedication to customer service has consistently resulted in increased sales performance and development of the accounts and employees in his division. In taking on this new national role, Chris will continue the excellent progress that David has made in expanding our business throughout the U.S."

Mr. Henning will oversee all day-to-day operations of the Company's retail division and will play a key role in strategy development for the Company's fastest growing sales channel. He will work closely with Mr. Fogg over the next few months to transition into his new position.

Mr. Fogg remains as an executive officer of Tempur-Pedic International Inc. "David is a true example of how ingenuity, hard work and loyalty can build a company from a one room office to a global industry leader," says CEO Robert Trussell. "I can honestly say that Tempur-Pedic would not be the company it is today without the leadership and perseverance of David. I am happy he will continue to serve the company and his talents will be invaluable on the international side of the business."

Mr. Henning is an industry veteran with over 18 years experience in the bedding business. Mr. Henning joined the company in 2002. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Florida State University.

Tempur-Pedic International Inc. manufactures and distributes Swedish Mattresses and Neck Pillows(TM) made from its proprietary TEMPUR(R) pressure-relieving material: a viscoelastic material that conforms to the body to provide support and help alleviate pressure points. Products are currently sold in 60 countries under the TEMPUR and Tempur-Pedic(R) brand names. World headquarters for Tempur-Pedic International Inc. is in Lexington, Kentucky. For more information about the Company, visit http://www.tempurpedic.com/.