Bed Bath & Beyond Names New President & CFO

Union NJ, January 4, 2006--Bed Bath & Beyond Inc., today announced the promotion of thee key executives, effective immediately. Arthur Stark has been named president of Bed Bath & Beyond. He also retains the title of chief merchandising officer. Eugene A. Castagna has been named chief financial officer and treasurer, succeeding Ronald Curwin, who has been named to the newly established position of senior vice president of investor relations. Richard C. McMahon has been promoted to the newly established position of chief strategy officer and vice president, corporate operations. In his new role, he will also continue to be responsible for information technology and supply chain.