"Contract Ascena Retail Group, Inc. – May 1, 2019 VIA EMAIL Re: Robb Giammatteo Retention Offer Dear Robb: In recognition of your valued contributions and the desire of Ascena Retail Group, Inc. (the “Company”) to ensure your continued service with the Company as the Company completes Project Viking and explores and, if applicable, completes Projects Robin, Venus, and Iris, the Company is pleased to offer to you an opportunity to earn a Retention Bonus on the terms and conditions set forth in this letter (the “Agreement”). I. Amount and Payment Schedule for Retention Bonus The maximum possible amount of the Retention Bonus is $700 (2019-05-01) VIA EMAIL Re: Robb Giammatteo Retention Offer Dear Robb: In recognition of your valued contributions and,(the “Company”) to ensure your continued service with the Company as the Company completes Project Viking,and explores and, if applicable, completes Projects Robin, Venus, and Iris, the Company is pleased to,$700,000, less applicable taxes and deductions.,the guidance promulgated thereunder (“Section 409A”), and will be interpreted, administered and operated..."