All Brands Owned by BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc.

Is BJ's Wholesale Club publicly traded?

Yes. BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker BJ. The company re-entered public markets in June 2018 after seven years of private equity ownership under CVC Capital Partners and Leonard Green and Partners.

Who owns BJ's Wholesale Club?

Public shareholders own the company. No single investor or family controls it, and the private equity firms that took it private in 2011 have fully exited. The largest shareholders are institutional asset managers. Bob Eddy serves as Chairman and CEO.

When was BJ's founded?

The first BJ's Wholesale Club opened in 1984 in Medford, Massachusetts, as a division of Zayre Corporation. The company became an independent public company in 1997, went private in 2011, and returned to the NYSE in 2018.

What does BJ's stand for?

The name honors Beverly Jean Weich, daughter of Mervyn Weich, who was president of Zayre when the chain launched in 1984.

What are Wellsley Farms and Berkley Jensen?

They are BJ's two private label brands. Wellsley Farms covers grocery and fresh food categories, while Berkley Jensen covers general merchandise, health, and household products. Together they represent roughly a quarter of merchandise sales.

How many BJ's clubs are there?

As of late fiscal 2026, BJ's operated approximately 267 warehouse clubs and 206 gas stations across 22 states. The company has been opening new clubs at its fastest pace in years, including its first locations in Texas.

How much is a BJ's membership?

A standard Club membership costs $60 per year and a Club+ membership costs $120 per year, rates that took effect January 1, 2025. Club+ adds 2% cashback on most purchases and additional digital benefits.