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Williams-Sonoma Announces the Retirement of Pottery Barn CEO Marta Benson

January 14, 2024  by HFBusiness Staff in Business Strategy, Industry   

Benson’s responsibilities will transition to the two existing Pottery Barn Presidents, Monica Bhargava, President of Pottery Barn and Jennifer Kellor, President of Pottery Barn Kids and Pottery Barn Teen. Bhargava and Kellor have a combined 50 years of dedicated, successful service to Williams-Sonoma, Inc.

“On behalf of the Board of Directors and the entire Williams-Sonoma, Inc. team, I want to thank Marta for her significant accomplishments and commitment to driving growth during her 13-year tenure,” said Williams-Sonoma, Inc. President and Chief Executive Officer, Laura Alber.

“Marta’s contributions to our company have led to the launch of Mark & Graham, the acquisition of Rejuvenation and the transformation of Pottery Barn. We are grateful for her leadership and the legacy she leaves behind having been a champion for advancing our company’s commitment to sustainability.”

“It has been an absolute privilege to contribute to Williams-Sonoma, Inc., the capstone of a 35-year career in specialty multi-channel retail. I have so much respect for the passionate teams that have built such a powerful platform and the most beautiful family of brands in our industry with an authentic commitment to quality, service and sustainability,” Benson shared reflecting on her time with Williams-Sonoma, Inc.

“I want to thank Laura for the trust and opportunities she has given me over the years and am grateful for all the talented people with whom I have had the privilege to collaborate. The Pottery Barn bench is talented, tenured, and strong, and I have so much confidence in the leadership that will continue to innovate and drive results going forward.”