Ulta Beauty Appoints Scott Settersten Acting Chief Financial Officer

Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA) (the “Company”) today announced that the Board of Directors has unanimously appointed Scott Settersten as Acting Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately. Mr. Settersten replaces Bruce L. Hartman, who has resigned from his position as Chief Financial Officer by mutual agreement with the Company.

Chuck Rubin, President and Chief Executive Officer, said, “We are fortunate to have Scott serve as Acting Chief Financial Officer. Scott’s exceptional finance and accounting experience will serve Ulta Beauty well as we move forward. During his seven years at Ulta Beauty, Scott has demonstrated a keen financial aptitude and excellent leadership and management capabilities. Scott is committed to serving as Acting CFO where he will lead our experienced and dedicated finance team. Ulta Beauty continues to excel in the marketplace due to our strong business model, superior execution results and strong growth potential for the future.”

Ulta Beauty noted that Mr. Hartman’s separation from the Company is not related to any disputes with management or the Board of Directors, the Company’s operational performance, financial condition or issues regarding the integrity of the Company’s financial statements or accounting policies and practices.

The Ulta Beauty Board of Directors has initiated a search for a permanent CFO. Mr. Settersten will be considered for the permanent CFO position.

About Scott Settersten

Mr. Settersten has served as Vice President of Accounting since 2010 and was responsible for accounting, tax and external reporting. In his role as Vice President of Accounting, he has also overseen investor relations and has worked closely with the Audit Committee and Board of Directors. He joined Ulta Beauty in January 2005 as a Director of Financial Reporting. Prior to joining Ulta Beauty, Mr. Settersten spent 15 years with PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as a certified public accountant serving in various senior manager roles in the assurance and risk management practices. Mr. Settersten earned his Masters of Science in Accountancy from DePaul University in Chicago and an undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin Stout.

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