BOB'S STORES

BOB'S STORES is a chain of 35 retail stores in the northeastern United States owned by Versa Capital Management. Founded as Bob's Surplus in Middletown, Connecticut, by Bob Lapidus in 1954, the chain expanded gradually until it was acquired by TJX in 2003. The chain targets moderate-income customers with a selection of footwear, workwear, teamwear, and activewear.