William (Bill) Brace
About William (Bill) Brace
William (Bill) Brace serves as the President of Kay And Peoples Jewelers, having previously held various leadership roles at Signet Jewelers and Procter & Gamble over a career spanning nearly three decades.
Current Role at Kay and Peoples Jewelers
William Brace serves as the President of Kay and Peoples Jewelers since 2023. His role involves overseeing operations and strategic initiatives for the brand within the Signet Jewelers portfolio. He operates in a hybrid work environment based in Cleveland, Ohio.
Previous Experience at Signet Jewelers
Brace has held multiple leadership positions at Signet Jewelers. He served as President of Jared and Jewelry Services from 2021 to 2023. Prior to that, he was the Chief Marketing Officer and Executive General Manager of Jared Stores from 2018 to 2021, contributing to the brand's marketing strategies and operational management.
Career at Procter & Gamble
William Brace worked nearly 30 years at Procter & Gamble, where he held various senior roles. He was the Vice President and General Manager for North America Skin and Personal Care from 2015 to 2018, and previously served as Vice President and General Manager for Prestige Beauty Fashion Brands from 2010 to 2012 in Geneva, Switzerland. His experience includes global market development and operations for prestige beauty products.
Educational Background
Brace holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Iowa, which he completed from 1993 to 1995. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Montana State University-Bozeman, studying there from 1985 to 1989. His educational background supports his extensive career in marketing and business management.