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Travis Kelce Takes Sub-5% Stake in Sleep Number, Will Lead Ads for Three Years

The deal is designed to energize a marketing-led turnaround under CEO Linda Findley by tapping the NFL star’s credibility with younger consumers.

Overview

  • Sleep Number said Kelce will become one of its largest shareholders with an ownership position below 5 percent.
  • Kelce is purchasing shares on the open market and receiving restricted stock units that vest over three years, with no precise size or value disclosed.
  • He will headline national TV commercials and produce digital content for social platforms during a three-year campaign.
  • The partnership aligns with Sleep Number’s “Sleep Number Shifts” effort as the company seeks to revive sales and broaden its customer base.
  • Sleep Number highlights its NFL partnership and high player adoption, noting Kelce has used its beds since 2019 as his profile draws added attention after past investments like Six Flags.