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WILLIAMS-SONOMA, INC. INCREASES MINIMUM HOURLY WAGE TO $15 PER HOUR

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Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE: WSM) has announced an increase in its hourly minimum wage to $15 per hour, effective immediately. This decision aims to reinforce the company's commitment to offering competitive pay and acknowledging the essential role of its associates across supply chain, stores, and customer care centers. CEO Laura Alber emphasized the company's core value of prioritizing its people and rewarding their contributions. The increase reflects ongoing efforts to invest in the workforce that supports the firm’s success.

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  • Hourly wage increase to $15 reflects commitment to competitive pay.
  • Recognizes the contributions of associates in supply chain and customer service.
  • Demonstrates the company's core value of putting people first.
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Pay Increase Will Impact Workers in All Areas of Company Including Supply Chain, Stores and Customer Care Centers

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE: WSM), the world’s largest digital-first, design-led, sustainable home retailer, today announced that the company will increase its hourly minimum wage to $15 per hour, effective immediately. This increase reflects a continuing commitment to offering competitive pay as part of rewarding and recognizing associates who are critical to the company’s success.

"Putting our people first is one of our core values and guides our decision-making in how we invest in our associates with meaningful and competitive pay. Our talented associates in our supply chain, stores, care centers and corporate offices are dedicated to taking care of our customers every day and we are proud to take this step to reward and recognize them for their hard work and contributions," said Laura Alber, President and Chief Executive Officer.

ABOUT WILLIAMS-SONOMA, INC.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the world’s largest digital-first, design-led and sustainable home retailer. The company’s products, representing distinct merchandise strategies — Williams Sonoma, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, West Elm, Williams Sonoma Home, Rejuvenation, and Mark and Graham — are marketed through e-commerce websites, direct-mail catalogs and retail stores. These brands are also part of The Key Rewards, our free-to-join loyalty program that offers members exclusive benefits across the Williams-Sonoma family of brands. We operate in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Canada, Australia and the United Kingdom, offer international shipping to customers worldwide, and have unaffiliated franchisees that operate stores in the Middle East, the Philippines, Mexico, South Korea and India, as well as e-commerce websites in certain locations. We are also proud to lead the industry with our Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) efforts. Our company is Good By Design — we’ve deeply engrained sustainability into our business. From our factories to your home, we’re united in a shared purpose to care for our people and our planet.

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Kendall Coleman

Williams-Sonoma, Inc.

kacoleman@wsgc.com

415-616-7926

Source: Williams-Sonoma, Inc.

FAQ

What is the new minimum wage for Williams-Sonoma employees?

The new minimum wage is $15 per hour.

When will the wage increase take effect for Williams-Sonoma employees?

The wage increase is effective immediately.

What is the purpose of the wage increase at Williams-Sonoma?

The purpose is to offer competitive pay and recognize the contributions of associates.

Which areas of Williams-Sonoma will be affected by the wage increase?

The increase will impact workers in supply chain, stores, and customer care centers.

Who is the CEO of Williams-Sonoma?

The CEO is Laura Alber.

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