Steelcase Inc. - Investor FAQs

Can I buy or sell stock through Steelcase?

Steelcase does not currently have a plan in place to sell stock directly to the public. From time to time Steelcase reviews various plans for direct stock purchase. If a decision is made to offer such a program, shareholders will be notified and information would be included on this web site.

Does Steelcase issue quarterly reports?

In an effort to provide financial information to shareholders in a more timely and cost effective fashion, Steelcase posts quarterly earnings reports on this site about the same time it releases them to the public via the news media. You may request copies of the company's quarterly earnings reports -- by mail or fax - simply by contacting the Investor Relations Department (ir@steelcase.com).

When will Steelcase announce quarterly results?

Steelcase's fiscal year ends on the last Friday in February. Please check the calendar of events listed on this site for specific dates of quarterly results announcements.

What is Steelcase's stock dividend history?

You can can review dividends by checking here.

Who is Steelcase's transfer agent?

Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.
Shareowner Services (WFSS)
www.wellsfargo.com/shareownerservices

How can I change the address on my account?

WFSS can receive instructions for an address change by the following methods.

By Phone- Shareowner Services is open Monday-Friday 7am-7pm (Central Time). The toll free number is 866-457-8829.
By Fax- Request can be faxed to 651-554-3863. All request must be signed by the registered shareowner(s).
By Mail- Requests can be mailed to Wells Fargo Shareowner Services, PO Box 64874, St Paul, MN 55164-0874. All request must be signed by the registered shareowner(s).
Shareowner Online- Requests can be done at www.shareowneronline.com

To access your account the first time, you will need to establish a Personal Identification Number (PIN) and a User ID, and you will need your 10-digit Wells Fargo account number (which can be found on your dividend check or statement) . If you have additional questions, please contact: Wells Fargo Shareowner Services, PO Box 64874, St Paul, MN 55164-0874. 866-457-8829. If outside the continental U.S. and Canada: 651-450-4064 TDD for those who are hearing or speech impaired: 651-450-4144

What is the ticker symbol?

SCS

What is the Cusip Number?

858155 20 3

What are Steelcase Inc.'s SIC and NAICS codes?

Steelcase is listed under SIC code # 2522 and NAICS code # 337214.

Does Steelcase have a credit rating?

We maintain long-term debt ratings of BBB with a negative outlook from Standard & Poor's and Ba1 with a negative outlook from Moody's Investor Services.

What year and where was Steelcase incorporated?

Steelcase Inc. was originally incorporated as The Metal Office Furniture Company on March 14, 1912 in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Does Steelcase have a Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRIP) and how can I participate?

Steelcase does not currently have a dividend reinvestment program. Any plans to put one in place would be communicated directly to our shareholders and will be announced on our site. In the meantime, your broker may accommodate dividend reinvestment in Steelcase.

Who should I contact if I need further information as a Steelcase shareholder?

Wells Fargo Shareowner Services
866-457-8829
If outside the continental U.S. and Canada:
651-450-4064
TDD for those who are hearing or speech impaired:
651-450-4144

or

Steelcase Investor Relations
616.247.2200
ir@steelcase.com

How can I obtain SEC documents such as a 10K or 10Q?

SEC documents are accessible on our web site under SEC Filings.

Who should I contact if I lost my dividend check and I need a replacement check issued?

Dividend checks payable prior to 2008 contact Computershare 800-958-6931

Dividend checks payable 2008 and later contact Wells Fargo Shareowner Services 866-457-8829

Who should I contact to get a copy of my 1099-DIV?

For tax year 2007 and prior contact Computershare 800-958-6931

For tax year 2008 and forward contact Wells Fargo Shareholder Services 866-457-8829

When will the next Annual Meeting of Shareholders take place?

The Steelcase Fiscal 2009 Annual Meeting of Shareholders is scheduled for Thursday, June 25, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. EDT at Global Headquarters located at 901 44th St. SE, Grand Rapids, Michigan. A live webcast and replay of the event will also be available on this site.

Is it possible to tour Steelcase facilities?

We do not offer regularly scheduled tours of our facilities. However, prospective and current shareholders may contact the Steelcase Investor Relations department to arrange a visit to our Corporate offices.

What is Steelcase's vision statement?

To provide a better work experience. We focus externally...and aim to understand the needs of users, facility managers, architects and designers and dealers better than anyone else.

What percentage of your business is international?

At the end of our fiscal year 2008, our business segment revenue contribution was as follows:
    North America 55%
    International    29%
   Other (includes the Design Group, PolyVision, IDEO and Financial Services subsidiaries)   16%

How many employees does Steelcase have?

We have approximately 13,000 employees worldwide.

Who are Steelcase's top competitors?

Steelcase has led the global office furniture industry in sales since 1974. Our most significant competitors in the North American market are Herman Miller, Inc., Haworth, Inc., Knoll, Inc., Kimball International, Inc. and HNI Corporation (formerly known as Hon Industries Inc.). We also compete with many other companies, such as Teknion Inc., Office Specialty, Inc., Kokuyo, Okamura, Samas Group and Itoki.

How long has Jim Hackett been at Steelcase?

Jim Hackett joined Steelcase in 1981. He has held various positions including: senior vice president of sales and marketing, president of Turnstone, executive vice president of Steelcase Ventures, and executive vice president and chief operating officer of Steelcase North America. Jim was named president and chief executive officer of Steelcase Inc. in December of 1994. Please see the executive officers and board of directors sections for bios.

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