Executive Bio
Ms. Janet M. Hayes has been the President of Williams Sonoma Brand at Williams-Sonoma Inc. since March 20, 2013. Ms. Hayes is responsible for merchandising, product development, inventory management, creative services, visual merchandising, brand finance and operations. She is also responsible for developing strategies to increase product exclusivity, introduce new products, deepen customer relationships and evolve the Williams-Sonoma brand in-store experience. Prior to joining WSI, she accumulated more than 20 years experience in the retail industry, working with numerous high-profile consumer brands including Macy's and American Eagle Outfitters. She served as the President at Pottery Barn Kids, Inc., from 2008 to March 2013. She served as the President of Pottery Barn Teen, Inc. from 2010 to March 20, 2013. From 2008 to 2010, she served as Executive Vice President of Pottery Barn Kids and PBteen and from October 2007 to 2008, she served as it's Senior Vice President. Ms. Hayes joined Williams-Sonoma, Inc. as General Merchandise Manager in October 2007, where she led the Pottery Barn Retail division and provided critical business leadership for product, visual merchandising and inventory management. During her three years with pottery barn kids and PBteen, she established a strong vision, retail leadership and operational expertise. Throughout her career, Ms. Hayes has defined her skills in the areas of merchandising and business development, which has lead to several key accomplishments. During her career with Gap Inc., she played a key role in the launch of the GapBody brand. She serves on the Board of Schurman Retail Group. Her past board service includes the Board of Oregon Partnership, an organization striving to end alcohol and drug abuse and suicide among Oregon youth, from 2003 to 2005 and the Board of Zoe Intimate Apparel, from 2000 to 2001. Ms. Hayes holds a Bachelor's degree from California State University, Chico.