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Build-A-Bear Workshop (Build-A-Bear)

Stuffed animal maker and retailer

buildabear.com

Headquarters: St Louis, United States
Founded year: 1997
Company type: Public company
Number of employees: 5,000–10,000

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Latest news about Build-A-Bear Workshop (Build-A-Bear)

In short: Build-A-Bear completed its CEO succession from Sharon Price John to Chris Hurt while expanding its global footprint and retail presence.

Company announcements

June 12 Build-A-Bear

Build-A-Bear completes planned CEO succession

Chris Hurt becomes CEO, succeeding Sharon Price John, who remains on the board.

June 11 Build-A-Bear

Build-A-Bear announces quarterly cash dividend

Dividend of $0.23 per share payable July 9, 2026 to stockholders of record June 25, 2026.

May 28 Build-A-Bear

Build-A-Bear Workshop reports first quarter fiscal 2026 results

Total revenues were $125.3 million, pre-tax income $23.9 million, diluted EPS $1.45, and the company updated its outlook.

May 14 Build-A-Bear

Build-A-Bear will report Q1 fiscal 2026 results May 28

The results will be released before NYSE opens, followed by an investor conference call at 9 a.m. ET on the same day.

Media coverage

June 13 The Globe and Mail

Build-A-Bear Appoints New CEO and Expands Leadership

Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc., a global retailtainment company specializing in customizable plush experiences and related entertainment content, reported $529.8 million in revenue for fiscal 2025, marking...

June 9 GuruFocus

Insider Sell Alert: George Carrara Sells Shares of Build-A-Bear Workshop Inc (BBW)

On June 5, 2026, George Carrara, a Director at Build-A-Bear Workshop Inc (BBW), sold 3,000 shares of the company, according to a SEC Filing. Following...

April 30 Consumer Product Safety Commission

Build-A-Bear Workshop Recalls Heartwarming Hugs Bears Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Choking Hazard to Children | CPSC.gov

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Heartwarming Hugs Bear and return it to a local Build-A-Bear Workshop store to receive a refund in the...

March 17 Yahoo Finance

BUILD-A-BEAR WORKSHOP EXPANDS ITS PAW PRINT WITH FIRST-EVER WHOLESALE DEBUT AT WALMART

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