Phase 2 Embracing Change 9.22.23

The 643 renovation project will shape not only the future of our workspace but how we work together. Our new design provides a more inclusive and approachable atmosphere, helping us build strong working relationships across all levels of the organization. While designs are still in DD, we want to socialize the direction we are heading and talk through three distinct areas on each floor:

01 Open WorkSpace

02 Enclosed WorkSpace

03 Collaboration and Support Areas

Today let’s talk about Open WorkSpace

Open office environments are more dynamic and interactive workspaces. Our transition to this type of environment will support company culture and enhance collaboration. The floorplan below illustrates areas that feature this type of space.

Benefits:

· Access to Views and Natural Light: Open office designs allow everyone access to views and natural light, which has tremendous health and wellness benefits.

· Enhanced Collaboration and Communication: The open office promotes spontaneous conversations and facilitates collaboration across teams.

· Flexibility and Adaptability: The open office environment is more flexible and allows us to more easily adapt the space as needed to accommodate project requirements and support team dynamics.

Keeping Quality of Life Top of Mind

Change inevitably sparks questions and concerns. Our Columbus and Cincinnati teams have transitioned to a fully open environment. While our plan includes some enclosed office space, we have learned a lot from our colleagues in Ohio about how to address the potential challenges associated with the open office concept. Here are a few of the strategies we will be employing at The 643.

• To mitigate concerns related to noise levels in the open environment we will be implementing white noise systems on each floor.

• There will also be designated areas for quiet work. We have increased the amount of shared enclosed space on each floor. Look for more information on shared spaces when we talk about collaboration spaces.

• Our spaces will be equipped with a wide range of tools that support a range of workstyles. For example, we are exploring systems like BlinkLyte, which Ohio piloted, a lighting system that visually lets your teammates know when you are available to talk.

Next Steps:

We have also been meeting with leadership in each department to ensure that our preliminary design works for the unique needs of each specialized team. Thank you to everyone who participated in these conversations. Please don’t hesitate to ask questions. All feedback will be brought to the designer’s attention and thoroughly discussed by the project team.

We are committed to ensuring a smooth and supportive transition for everyone. Over the next few weeks/months, you can expect to receive more detailed information about the project including our plan during construction, which we expect to begin in late January.

To prepare for the move, we are asking everyone to start going through your workspace to clean and consolidate. What can you purge? What can be scanned and stored digitally? A locked shred box and gondolas will be placed on each floor to facilitate this process. Have questions? Ask Jenn Hasty, who is coordinating this effort.

We are excited about this new chapter and the positive impact it will have on the way we do our work. Thank you for your continued patience with this process and your contribution to Pepper's success.