Williams-Sonoma Appoints NYSE Group President Lynn Martin to Board of Directors

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. Appoints Lynn Martin to Board of Directors

Executive Summary

On October 19, 2026, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE: WSM) filed a Current Report on Form 8-K under Item 5.02 announcing the appointment of Lynn Martin to its Board of Directors, effective October 19, 2026. The Board approved the appointment on October 16, 2026.

Appointee Background

• Current Role: President of NYSE Group (wholly owned subsidiary of Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. / NYSE: ICE) and Chair of ICE Fixed Income & Data Services.
• Experience: Extensive executive background across global financial markets, data services, financial technology, risk management, and regulatory compliance, including prior roles as President of ICE Data Services, COO of ICE Clear U.S., and CEO of NYSE Liffe U.S.

Compensation & Agreements

• Director Compensation: Ms. Martin will receive standard non-employee director compensation on a pro-rated basis for the initial fiscal year, consistent with Williams-Sonoma's compensation program outlined in its May 6, 2026 Proxy Statement.
• Indemnification Agreement: The Company is executing its standard form of indemnification agreement with Ms. Martin.

Strategic & Market Implications

This filing does not report open-market equity transactions or share issuances. The addition of Ms. Martin provides Williams-Sonoma with high-level capital markets, corporate governance, and digital infrastructure expertise, supporting the company's long-term digital-first retail initiatives and governance frameworks.