CEO of Williams-Sonoma, Inc.; Retail Industry Expert

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Laura Alber Biography

Laura J. Alber is a highly experienced leader in the retail industry, with a tenure as the CEO of Williams-Sonoma, Inc. since 2010. Alber's innovative thinking led to the creation of popular brands such as Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Bed+Bath, PBteen, and Threads. In 2014, under Alber's leadership, Williams-Sonoma became one of the largest U.S. e-tailers, with about half of its $5 billion annual sales online. Alber's forward-thinking approach also led to the launch of Williams-Sonoma's first app, "Recipe of the Day," and a partnership with YouTube to offer shoppable online videos.

Alber's influence extends beyond Williams-Sonoma. In 2011, she was recognized by the San Francisco Business Times as one of the most influential women in San Francisco. Fortune magazine also acknowledged her leadership, naming Alber a "Business Person of the Year" in 2014 and 2015. In 2023, she made Fortune's list of Most Powerful Women. Apart from these, Alber joined the board of Salesforce in November 2021 and became a member of the board of directors of Fitbit in 2016.

Alber's commitment to education is evident through her role on the board of overseers for the University of Pennsylvania College of Arts & Sciences. Along with her husband, Alber established the Alber-Klingelhofer Endowed Scholarship at the University of Pennsylvania. Furthermore, she is a member of The Business Council, and she actively promotes in-store events at Williams-Sonoma, including book signings and panini-making classes, demonstrating her engagement with both the business and local community.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 03/12/2026.

Laura Alber Videos

Williams-Sonoma CEO Laura Alber goes one-on-one with Jim Cramer

Williams-Sonoma CEO Laura Alber goes one-on-one with Jim Cramer

Williams-Sonoma President and CEO Laura Alber joins 'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer to talk the impact of tariffs, utilizing AI, quarterly results, and...

Laura Alber Talks About Williams-Sonoma's Growth Plans & India Outlook

Laura Alber Talks About Williams-Sonoma's Growth Plans & India Outlook

Laura J. Alber, CEO of Williams-Sonoma talks about the company's growth plans and India's outlook. Listen in.

How Williams-Sonoma’s CEO Built Her Career w/ Entrepreneurship

How Williams-Sonoma’s CEO Built Her Career w/ Entrepreneurship

Laura Alber drove to San Francisco without any job prospects, and landed a job at Pottery Barn as a Senior Buyer. She created Pottery Barn Kids while...

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