Williams-Sonoma Inc. said late Tuesday that Ryan Ross, president of its flagship Williams Sonoma brand, is resigning effective immediately “to assume a leadership role outside of the company.” The retailer said Chief Marketing Officer Felix Carbullido will become the president of the Williams Sonoma brand. Shares of Williams-Sonoma fell 2.2% in the extended session after ending the regular trading day down 2%.

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