Kecia Steelman
Chief Executive Officer of Ulta Beauty featured in an interview about Ulta's growth, strategy, use of technology, and expansion plans.
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Feb 12, 2026 • 1h 30min
Will Bob Iger’s new successor fare better than his last?
Kecia Steelman, CEO of Ulta Beauty, a retail leader known for democratizing beauty and using tech. David Litsky, Fast Company’s editorial strategist and media analyst. They dig into Disney’s succession and strategy shifts. They explore Ulta’s rapid growth, store formats, robotics and agentic AI plans. Short takes on leadership, inclusivity, and retail innovation.
Dec 11, 2025 • 53min
Ulta Beauty CEO Kecia Steelman unpacks her first year in charge and 2026 goals
Kecia Steelman, CEO of Ulta Beauty, shares insights from her transformative first year in charge. Leading initiatives like Ulta Beauty Unleashed, she discusses the importance of agility and cross-functional collaboration that propelled net sales growth. Steelman outlines plans for international expansion into Mexico and the Middle East, the launch of a curated online marketplace, and the role of wellness in beauty. She believes in empowering store associates as brand ambassadors and emphasizes using AI to elevate guest experience.
