Helen of Troy Limited implements succession plan and appoints Julien R. Mininberg Chief Executive Officer Effective March 1, 2014

Helen of Troy Limited announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Julien R. Mininberg, 49, Chief Executive Officer, effective March 1, 2014, the beginning of the Company’s new fiscal year. Mr. Mininberg, who currently serves as Chief Executive Officer and President of Helen of Troy’s Healthcare/Home Environment segment (Kaz and PUR), will succeed Gerald J. Rubin, 70, who is stepping down as Chief Executive Officer and President of the Company and resigning from the Board of Directors, effective immediately.