Disclaimers
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Forward-looking Information
This presentation, including, in particular, under the headings entitled “Stable, long-term growth”, “Key drivers of SSS growth”, “Roadmap to growth – Increase accessories sales”, “Roadmap to growth
– Add stores in existing, satellite and new markets”, “Attractive financial model results in strong cash flow conversion”, “National scale has economic benefits”, “Regional store density adds profitability
and barrier to entry”, Select Financial Highlights and Growth Targets” and “Investment Highlights”, contains forward-looking information and forward-looking statements which reflect the current view of
management with respect to the Company’s objectives, plans, goals, strategies, outlook, results of operations, financial and operating performance, prospects and opportunities. Wherever used, the
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future expectations generally. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, those described in the Company’s 2016 annual information form (the “AIF”) filed on February 28, 2017. A copy
of the AIF can be accessed under the Company’s profile on the System for Electronic Document Analysis and Retrieval (SEDAR) at www.sedar.com. Additional risks and uncertainties not presently
known to the Company or that the Company currently believes to be less significant may also adversely affect the Company.
The Company cautions that the list of risk factors and uncertainties described in the AIF is not exhaustive and that should certain risks or uncertainties materialize, or should underlying assumptions
prove incorrect, actual strategies, prospects, events, performance and results may vary significantly from those expected. There can be no assurance that the actual strategies, prospects, results,
performance, events or activities anticipated by the Company will be realized or, even if substantially realized, that they will have the expected consequences to, or effects on, the Company. Readers
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The Company prepares its financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards ("IFRS"). In order to provide additional insight into the business, to provide investors with
supplemental measures of its operating performance and to highlight trends in its business that may not otherwise be apparent when relying solely on IFRS financial measures, the Company has also
provided in this presentation certain non-IFRS measures, including "Same Store Sales Growth" or "SSSG", "EBITDA", "Operating EBITDA", "Operating EBITDA Margin" and "Conversion", each as
defined under the heading entitled "Description of Non-IFRS Measures and Retail Industry Metrics" at the end of this presentation. These measures are provided as additional information to
complement IFRS measures by providing further understanding of the Company's results of operations from management's perspective. Management also uses non-IFRS measures in order to
facilitate operating performance comparisons from period to period, to prepare annual operating budgets and forecasts and to determine components of management compensation. The Company
also believes that securities analysts, investors and other interested parties frequently use non-IFRS measures in the evaluation of issuers.
Readers are cautioned that these non-IFRS measures are not recognized under IFRS and do not have a standardized meaning prescribed by IFRS. They are therefore unlikely to be comparable to
similarly titled measures presented by other publicly traded companies. Accordingly, they should not be considered in isolation nor as a substitute for analysis of the Company's financial information
reported under IFRS. For further details concerning how the Company calculates these non-IFRS measures and for reconciliations to the most comparable IFRS measures, please see the Company's
most recent management's discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operation filed with Canadian securities regulatory authorities and available on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.
Non-IFRS Measures and Retail Industry Metrics
Sleep Country
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David Friesema Robert Masson Stewart Schaefer
Chief Executive OfficerChief Financial Officer
& Corporate Secretary
Chief Business
Development Officer
Investment Highlights
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The Leading Specialty Mattress Retailer in Canada
Best-in-Class Retailer Driven by Superior Strategy and Execution
Clear Growth Strategy
Attractive Financial Model with Strong Cash Flow Conversion
Compelling Industry Fundamentals
Experienced and Committed Management Team
Industry Fundamentals
Stable Growth – Canadian Market
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(1) Source: Based on survey of the 10 largest mattress manufacturers in Canada.
Unit demand in Canada has grown at only 1% CAGR over the past 13 years. AUSP has driven most of the growth.
Necessity purchase not a fashion item; Recurring demand driven by 10-12 year replacement cycle, so even during an economic downturn sales are
typically deferred and not lost
Consumer preferences evolving toward premium quality, larger mattresses given growing health awareness and preference for high-quality sleep
Price increases due to inflation are typically passed through to consumers
Canada Mattress and Foundation Wholesale Sales (1)
INCREASE 8.0% 6.6% 4.0% -1.3% -11.3% 3.2% 3.3% 6.1% 6.0% 0.6% 4.9% 6.8%
INCREASE 6.1% 4.1% 4.8% 0.0% -12.9% 4.4% 4.2% 2.2% 2.2% 0.3% -2.5% 2.0% INCREASE 2.8% 2.4% -0.8% -1.3% 1.9% -1.2% -0.9% 3.9% 3.7% 0.3% 7.5% 4.7%
The Leading Specialty Mattress Retailer in Canada
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244 stores and 16 distribution centres across 9 provinces (1)
Has opened 106 stores since the beginning of 2007
Only specialty mattress retailer with a national and regionally diverse footprint
Estimated national market share of approx. 25%
(1) Store count as of September 2, 2017.
BC
AB
SK
MBON
QC
NL
NB
PE
NS
40
30
67
99 953
Sleep Country's National Footprint (# of stores)
LTM (C$ millions)
Sales $553.6
Operating EBITDA $91.1
Best-in-Class Retailer Driven by Superior Strategy and Execution
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“Best-in-Class” Retailer
Strong Brand Recognition
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Unrivalled In-Store Customer
Experience
2
Highly Trained and Dedicated
Workforce with a Strong
Culture of Customer Service
4Superior Home Delivery
Experience and Ongoing
Customer Relationships
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Differentiated strategy has delivered strong results and momentum
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Sleep Country Quarterly Sales Growth (1)
(1) Source: Company report. See ‘‘Non-IFRS Measures and Retail Industry Metrics”.
1.3%
9.1%
11.1%
10.2% 10.5%
7.7%
13.4% 12.9%
11.7%12.2%
7.7%
9.6%
11.9%
7.5%
5.5%
13.1%
14.7%
13.1%12.6%
10.6%
17.7%
18.3%
17.1% 17.3%
12.5%
13.7%
15.8%
10.7%
0.0%
2.0%
4.0%
6.0%
8.0%
10.0%
12.0%
14.0%
16.0%
18.0%
20.0%
Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2
2014 2015 2016 2017
Same Store Sales Growth Total Sales Growth
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Roadmap to Growth - SSS Growth
Increase Traffic
Increased marketing investment
Expand messaging
Increase market share
Increase Conversion
of Shoppers to Buyers
Continued focus on hiring the best people
Additional training initiatives
Higher AUSP Continued shift to higher quality mattresses
Larger sizes are increasing in popularity
Expand Accessory
Sales
Expand and improve product lines
Additional marketing messaging
Enhanced training
Launch of eCommerce channel
More details on page 10
Enhanced Store
Design
Contemporary design creates bright and welcoming atmosphere
Greater emphasis on accessory displays
More details on page 11
Roadmap to Growth – Expand Accessories Sales
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Bedframes
Pillows
Mattress pads
Key Accessories Sleep Country Accessories Revenue (1)
(C$ millions)
Sheets
Duvets
Headboards and
Footboards
Opportunity to capture market share in an estimated $830 million
highly fragmented yet addressable market in Canada
(1) Source: Company report. 2017 is LTM Q2 2017
15.5% CAGR
Launch of e-commerce with mattress in-a-box
and accessories.
Provide our customer with a
seamless experience across
both channels.
Drive new traffic by targeting
a different demographic. The creation of a new
revenue channel.
Continue to drive traffic to our
stores.
Throws
Throws
Online Accessories Expansion – Testing new accessory product categories onlinebefore rolling them out to our stores.
Robes
Snap Beds
Roadmap to Growth – Enhanced Store Design
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Results for the 54 stores renovated to date show an increase in revenues above our national SSSG
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4
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2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 YTD 2017
Store Growth
Roadmap to Growth – Add New Stores
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Significant white space is available given our low store density
Target to open 8 to 12 new stores per year
Modest net new store investment of approximately $400,000 comprising of capex and working capital investment
Typically, new in-fill and satellite stores are cash flow positive within 6 and 12 months, respectively
Average
9.5
Store count as of September 2, 2017.
Attractive Financial Model – Recent Results
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Sales momentum driving increasing EBITDA
Strong historical sales growth through new store openings and same store sales growth
Attractive Financial Model - Low Capital Expenditure Model
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Maintenance capital expenditures have averaged 1.0% of revenue from 2008 to 2017
(1) Source: Company report.
Sleep Country Maintenance and Growth Capital Expenditures (% of sales) (1)
1.4% 0.8% 0.8% 1.0%
1.3% 1.2% 0.5% 0.8% 1.0% 0.9%
1.1%
0.7% 0.5%
0.9%
1.5% 1.9%
1.3%
2.4% 2.5%
4.7% 2.6%
1.5% 1.2%
1.9%
2.9% 3.1%
1.8%
3.2% 3.5%
5.6%
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 Q2 2017
Maintenance Growth
Attractive Financial Model - Strong New Store Economics
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Stores Generate Cash on Cash Payback < 1.5 Years
Representative New Store Investment
($ in thousands)
Average
Investment
Buildout and Equipping Cost Floor
Sample Inventory
$430
50
Less: Tenant Reimbursement
480
(80)
Cash Requirement, Net $400
New Store Results
($ in thousands) Year 1
Sales $1,200 - $1,500
Store 4-Wall Profitability(1)
% of Sales
$317 - $396
26.4%
Annual Cash on Cash Return 79% -100%
Store 4-wall profitability drives improving leverage over market-level costs as store penetration increases
(1) Based on 2016 gross profit margin after taking in to account 3rd party finance charges and mattress recycling cost.
Attractive Financial Model – Conservative Leverage
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Capital structure provides financial flexibility to grow the business, while providing returns to shareholders
Revolving Credit Facility $119.0
Finance Leases $2.3
Total Long Term Debt $121.3
Net Debt / LTM Operating EBITDA 1.07x
Less: Cash on Hand ($23.7)
Net Debt $97.6
Outstanding Lease Liabilities
Net Debt / EBITDAR
$171.0
2.04x
As at June 30, 2017(C$ millions)
Attractive Financial Model – Strong Free Cash Flow
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Negative working capital model, quick ROI on new stores and low leverage provides flexibility for
investments and return to shareholders
As at June 30, 2017(C$ millions)
Operating EBITDA(1) 91.1
CAPEX(1) 20.7
Interest(2) 3.6
Taxes(3) 20.0
Free Cash Flow available for dividends 46.8
Number of shares outstanding 37.65 million
Dividend - $0.165 per quarter 24.8
Payout Ratio 53.0%
(1) Based on last 12 months ended June 30, 2017.
(2) Pro-forma based on year to date June 30, 2017.
(3) Pro-forma based on 26.5% tax rate.
Select Financial Highlights(1)
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(1) See “Non-IFRS Measures and Retail Industry Metrics”.
(2) Excludes SG&A expenses added back in the reconciliation of EBITDA to Operating EBITDA.
(C$ million unless otherwise stated) 2015 2016 Q2 2016 Q2 2107
Revenue $456.2 $523.8 $120.2 $133.0
Same Store Sales Growth 11.3% 10.0% 12.2% 7.5%
Net New Stores 13 11 5 5
Gross profit $126.8 $151.4 $33.7 $37.3
Gross Margin 27.8% 28.9% 28.0% 28.1%
SG&A(2) $57.7 $66.4 $15.8 $17.1
% of Sales 12.6% 12.7% 13.2% 12.9%
Operating EBITDA $69.1 $85.0 $17.9 $20.2
Operating EBITDA Margin 15.2% 16.2% 14.9% 15.2%
Adjusted Net Income $39.3 $51.1 $10.0 $11.9
Adjusted Earning per Share 1.05 1.36 0.27 0.32
Proven Management Team committed to growing the business and
shareholder value
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MemberYears at
Sleep Country
Relevant
ExperienceBiography
Dave Friesema
Chief Executive Officer
20+ 20+ Held numerous senior positions at Sleep Country including Head of Sales, General
Manager and Chief Operating Officer
Chairman of the Better Sleep Council Canada
Helped establish and manage mattress retail organizations in the United States
Robert Masson
Chief Financial Officer and
Corporate Secretary
5 20+ Chief Financial Officer of Second Cup from 2009 to 2013
Prior to joining Sleep Country, Robert had extensive management experience with several
other public and private companies including, IBM Canada, Manchuwok, Ernst & Young,
Deloitte & Touche and Sappi
Stewart Schaefer
President, Dormez-vous?
Chief Business Development
Officer
13 20+ Founded Dormez-vous? in 1994; grew the business to five stores before being acquired by
Sleep Country in 2006
In 1992, co-founded Heritage Classic Beds, a distributor of metal beds
Commodity Broker in Chicago from 1986 to 1992, later returning to Montreal to work at
Dean Witter Reynolds and Refco Futures
Dave Howcroft
Senior Vice President, Sales
20+ 20+ Created programs to consistently build, develop and motivate a first-class sales team
Instrumental in developing and implementing various sales workshops, training programs
and sales processes
Sieg Will
Senior Vice President, Operations
17 20+ Instrumental in development and implementation of standard operating policies and
procedures across organization
Held senior positions with Canadian Tire and PepsiCo in the sales, operations and account
management areas
Eric Solomon
Senior Vice President,
Merchandising and Marketing
20+ 20+ Instrumental in growing the business by increasing "top-of-mind" brand awareness
Provides oversight to the marketing department
Stephen Gunn
Founder & Executive Co-Chair
20+ 20+ Co-founded Sleep Country in 1994
Co-founded and was President of Kenrick Capital, a private equity firm
Management Consultant at McKinsey and Company from 1981 to 1987
Serves on the Board of Directors of Dollarama, Golfsmith International, Cara and
Mastermind Toys
Christine Magee
Founder & Executive Co-Chair
20+ 20+ Co-founded Sleep Country in 1994
Senior Manager of Corporate and Commercial Lending with National Bank from 1985 to
1994
Serves on the Board of Directors of Sirius XM Canada, Trillium Health Partners and the
Advisory Board of the Ivey School of Business
Investment Highlights
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Compelling Industry
Fundamentals
North American mattress and foundation industry is characterized by stable, long-term growth and a high degree of resiliency to economic swings
Industry demand driven by essential nature of product and replacement cycle of 10-12 years
Shift in consumer preference towards larger size mattresses and premium quality products
Consumers have shifted preference towards specialty mattress retailers due to big-ticket nature of mattress purchase and lack of consumer product
knowledge
Low vulnerability to online competition and showrooming due to highly tactile purchase decision,
The Leading
Specialty Mattress
Retailer in Canada
Only specialty mattress retailer in Canada with a national and regionally diverse footprint
National footprint of 244 stores and 16 distribution centres across 9 provinces
Leading specialty mattress retailer with an estimated national market share of 25%
Best-in-Class
Retailer Driven by
Superior Strategy
and Execution
Largest share of customer visits across Canada driven by “top-of-mind” unaided brand awareness and 20-year advertising investment
Unrivalled in-store customer experience drives high conversion of sales, repeat business and superior sales per associate metrics
Superior home delivery experience and ongoing customer relationships drives high customer satisfaction, repeat sales and word-of-mouth
advertising
Highly trained and dedicated workforce with a strong culture of customer service
Convenient and highly visible locations
Clear Growth
Strategy
Strong same store sales growth(1) potential driven by increased mattress and accessories sales growth and continued implementation of enhanced
store design
Opportunity to open 8-12 net new stores per year in existing, satellite and new markets
Operating leverage on sales growth through highly scalable centralized support infrastructure
Selectively consider strategic acquisitions that are accretive and enhance market opportunities
Attractive Financial
Model with Strong
Cash Flow
Conversion
National scale creates economic advantages
Regional scale optimizes economics on a per-store basis
Negative working capital operating model facilitated by "just in time" inventory relationship with suppliers, funds growth
Low capital expenditure requirements due to asset-light business model (~1.0% maintenance capex requirements)
Compelling new store economics with in-fill locations typically becoming cash flow positive within 6 months of opening
Experienced and
Committed
Management Team
Highly experienced management team with proven track record
On average 15+ years of experience with Sleep Country and 20+ years of relevant industry experience
Proven track record of success as a public company
Co-founders remain committed to the business and its long-term success
(1) See “Non-IFRS Measures and Retail Industry Metrics”.
Description of Non-IFRS Measures and Retail Industry Metrics
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This presentation makes reference to certain non-IFRS measures including:
“AUSP” is defined as the average unit selling price of a mattress and foundation set.
“EBITDA” is defined as net earnings (loss) from continuing operations before: (i) net interest expense and other financing charges; (ii) income taxes; (iii)
depreciation of property, plant and equipment; and (iv) amortization of other assets.
“Conversion” is defined as the number of customers who entered a store and made a purchase divided by the total number of customers who entered the store
(expressed as a percentage).
“Operating EBITDA” is defined as EBITDA adjusted for: (i) reduction in management bonuses; (ii) reduction in management compensation; (iii) certain non-
recurring items (shareholder reorganization, professional fees and customer deposit breakages and other provision); and (iv) share based compensation.
“Same Store Sales Growth” or “SSSG” is a retail industry metric used to compare sales derived from the established stores of certain period over the same
period in prior year. SSSG helps to explain what portion of sales growth can be attributed to growth in established stores and what portion can be attributed to the
opening of the new stores. Sleep Country calculates SSSG as the percentage increase or decrease in sales of stores opened for at least 12 complete months
relative to the same period in the prior year.
These measures are not recognized measures under IFRS and do not have a standardized meaning prescribed by IFRS. They are therefore unlikely to be
comparable to similarly titled measures presented by other publicly traded companies. Accordingly, they should not be considered in isolation nor as a substitute
for analysis of the Company’s financial information reported under IFRS. For further details concerning how the Company calculates these non-IFRS measures
and for reconciliations to the most comparable IFRS measures, please see the Company's most recent management's discussion and analysis of financial
condition and results of operation filed with Canadian securities regulatory authorities and available on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.