Pinterest has strengthened its board with the appointment of Kecia Steelman, President and CEO of Ulta Beauty, effective February 16, 2026, bringing her extensive retail leadership experience to support the platform's evolution into a leading visual discovery and AI-powered shopping destination.
Pinterest, Inc. has appointed Kecia Steelman, the President and Chief Executive Officer of Ulta Beauty, to its Board of Directors. The addition takes effect on February 16, 2026, and reflects Pinterest's strategic emphasis on deepening its capabilities in omnichannel retail, brand partnerships, and performance-driven advertising.
“Kecia is a seasoned executive with deep experience leading large-scale businesses and connecting consumers with brands they love,” said Bill Ready, Chief Executive Officer of Pinterest. “Her track record of growing global businesses, building omnichannel experiences, and partnering closely with brands will be an asset as we continue to transform Pinterest into the leading visual discovery and AI-powered shopping platform, especially for Gen Z.”
Steelman joined Ulta Beauty in 2014 and progressed through senior leadership positions, including Chief Operating Officer and Chief Store Operations Officer, before assuming the role of President and CEO in January 2025. Her career spans key retail sectors, including household goods, consumer packaged goods, and beauty, where she has consistently driven operational excellence and customer-centric growth.
“I’m honored to join Pinterest’s Board at a pivotal time for the company,” said Steelman. “I’ve long seen the value that Pinterest brings for its users and advertisers. Over the past few years, the platform has grown into a go-to shopping and performance ad platform. I look forward to working with Bill and the leadership team to support Pinterest’s next chapter of growth and unlock even more value for brands around the world.”
Steelman’s appointment complements Pinterest's momentum as a visual search and discovery engine where users find inspiration, curate ideas, and shop products in a positive online environment. With 600 million monthly active users globally, Pinterest continues to evolve its AI-powered tools to enhance shopping discovery and performance advertising.
Steelman’s prior board service with organizations such as the Bay Club Company, Retail Industry Leaders Association, Adler Planetarium, and Breast Cancer Research Foundation further underscores her strategic perspective and commitment to impactful leadership.
This addition to the board positions Pinterest to leverage retail expertise as it advances its vision of becoming the premier destination for visual discovery and commerce.
About Pinterest
Pinterest is a visual search and discovery platform where people find inspiration, curate ideas and shop products—all in a positive place online. Headquartered in San Francisco, Pinterest has 600 million monthly active users worldwide.
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