Ulta CEO Kecia Steelman joins Pinterest (NYSE: PINS) board

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Pinterest, Inc. has appointed Kecia Steelman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Ulta Beauty, to its Board of Directors as a Class II director, effective February 16, 2026. The Board determined she is independent under New York Stock Exchange and U.S. securities law rules.

Steelman will also join Pinterest’s Talent Development and Compensation Committee and receive compensation consistent with other non-employee directors under the company’s existing policy. The company notes there are no related-party arrangements or transactions involving her. Pinterest describes itself as a visual discovery and shopping platform with 600 million monthly active users worldwide.

8-K Event Classification

3 items: 5.02, 7.01, 9.01

3 items

Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers Governance

Key personnel changes including departures, elections, or appointments of directors and executive officers.

Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure Disclosure

Material non-public information disclosed under Regulation Fair Disclosure, often investor presentations or guidance.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits

Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.

Understanding 8-K Material Events →

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

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FORM 8-K

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CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of

The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): February 9, 2026

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Pinterest, Inc.

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) 

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Delaware

001-38872

26-3607129

(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)

(Commission File Number)

(IRS Employer Identification No.)

651 Brannan Street

San Francisco, California 94107

(Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

(415) 762-7100

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

Not Applicable

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

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Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class			Trading Symbol			Name of each exchange on which registered
Class A Common Stock, $0.00001 par value			PINS			New York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ((§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐  

Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

Kecia Steelman has been appointed to the board of directors (the "Board") of Pinterest, Inc. (the "Company") as a Class II director, effective February 16, 2026 (the "Effective Date"). The Board has affirmatively determined that Ms. Steelman is “independent” under the rules of the New York Stock Exchange and the rules and regulations of the U.S. Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”). Ms. Steelman has also been appointed to the Company’s Talent Development and Compensation Committee effective as of the Effective Date.

Ms. Steelman will receive compensation consistent with that received by the Company’s other non-employee directors, as described in the Non-Employee Director Compensation Policy, attached as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Form 10-Q filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on August 7, 2025.

There are no arrangements or understandings between Ms. Steelman and any other person pursuant to which Ms. Steelman was appointed as a director. Ms. Steelman has no direct or indirect material interest in any transaction required to be disclosed pursuant to Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.

Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure

On February 9, 2026, the Company issued a press release regarding Ms. Steelman’s appointment to the Board. The press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K.

The information included in Exhibit 99.1 hereto is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits

(d) Exhibits

Exhibit Number			Description
99.1			Press Release issued by Pinterest, Inc., dated February 9, 2026.
104			Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

			PINTEREST, INC.
Date: February 9, 2026			By:			/s/ Wanji Walcott
						Wanji Walcott
						Chief Legal and Business Affairs Officer and Corporate Secretary

Exh. 99.1

Pinterest Appoints Kecia Steelman to Board of Directors

San Francisco – February 9, 2026 – Pinterest, Inc. (NYSE: PINS) today announced that Kecia Steelman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Ulta Beauty, has been appointed to the company’s Board of Directors, effective February 16, 2026.

“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 has held multiple senior leadership roles, including Chief Operating Officer and Chief Store Operations Officer, before being named President and CEO in January 2025. She brings more than 30 years of experience leading large-scale retail businesses in household goods, CPG, and beauty.

“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.”

Prior to Ulta Beauty, Kecia served in a number of leadership positions across leading retailers, including Family Dollar Stores and Home Depot. She began her career at Target Corporation and served in a variety of retail operations and merchandising roles with increasing responsibility. Kecia currently serves on the board of directors for the Bay Club Company, the Retail Industry Leaders Association, the Adler Planetarium, and the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

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.

Contact

Press

Tessa Chen

press@pinterest.com

Investor Relations

Andrew Somberg

ir@pinterest.com

FAQ

What did Pinterest (PINS) announce about its Board of Directors?

Pinterest announced that Kecia Steelman has been appointed to its Board of Directors as a Class II director. Her appointment is effective February 16, 2026, and she will also serve on the Talent Development and Compensation Committee as an independent director.

Who is Kecia Steelman, the new Pinterest (PINS) board member?

Kecia Steelman is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Ulta Beauty and a veteran retail executive. She has over 30 years of experience across large-scale retail businesses, including roles at Family Dollar Stores, Home Depot, and Target, and serves on several other boards.

When does Kecia Steelman’s appointment to the Pinterest (PINS) board become effective?

Kecia Steelman’s appointment to Pinterest’s Board of Directors becomes effective on February 16, 2026. From that date, she will serve as a Class II director and join the company’s Talent Development and Compensation Committee as part of her board responsibilities.

Is Kecia Steelman considered an independent director on Pinterest’s (PINS) board?

Yes, Pinterest’s Board has affirmatively determined that Kecia Steelman is an independent director under New York Stock Exchange rules. She also meets independence standards under applicable U.S. securities regulations, supporting her role on the Talent Development and Compensation Committee.

How will Kecia Steelman be compensated as a Pinterest (PINS) director?

Kecia Steelman will receive compensation consistent with Pinterest’s other non-employee directors under its Non-Employee Director Compensation Policy. That policy was previously filed with the SEC, and no special arrangements or side agreements were disclosed in connection with her appointment.

What does Pinterest (PINS) say about its platform and user base?

Pinterest describes itself as a visual search and discovery platform where people find inspiration, curate ideas, and shop products. The company reports having 600 million monthly active users worldwide, positioning the service as a major global destination for discovery and shopping online.

Filing Exhibits & Attachments

4 documents

Press Releases

• EX-99.1 EX-99.1 5.3 KB

Other Documents

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