Laura Alber
Keynote Speaker: 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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What topics does Laura Alber speak about?
Laura Alber is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Women in Business, Female Leadership, Influential Women, Innovation, Executive Leadership and Retail.
Who is the agent for Laura Alber?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Laura Alber for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Laura Alber for your next private or corporate function.
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Laura Alber is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Women in Business, Female Leadership and Influential Women. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Laura Alber can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Sara Blakely, Jennifer Hyman and Tory Burch. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Laura Alber for an upcoming event.
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The longest-tenured woman CEO in the Fortune 500 makes the case for sticking around for 10+ years at a brand you love
Williams-Sonoma CEO Laura Alber shares what's key to longevity at a company.
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Williams-Sonoma's Next Big Thing - TheStreet
... consumer preferences are influenced by the opinions of other like-minded consumers and enthusiasts," CEO Laura Alber said on the earnings call yesterday.
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Forbes Women's Summit 2014
Laura Alber, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. Dr. Cori Bargmann, The Rockefeller University. Cherie Blair, Cherie Blair Foundation for Women (CBFW). Khalida Brohi,
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Williams-Sonoma's British invasion - Video - Business News
Williams-Sonoma CEO Laura Alber says the British market is a gateway to open stores across Europe.
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How do I book Laura Alber to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Laura Alber for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Laura Alber, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Laura Alber or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Laura Alber for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Laura Alber, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Laura Alber, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Laura Alber speak about?
Laura Alber is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Women in Business, Female Leadership, Influential Women, Innovation, Executive Leadership and Retail. -
Who is the agent for Laura Alber?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Laura Alber for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Laura Alber for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Laura Alber or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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