William Howard Brett (December 31, 1893 – April 10, 1989) was an American government official and consultant who was Director of the United States Mint from 1954 to 1961.

He served in the United States Army during World War I and was educated at Dartmouth College.

[3] Brett was also a contestant on the game show "To Tell The Truth" dated August 13, 1957.

After retiring from the Mint, Brett served as a financial consultant.

[2] Brett died of pancreatic cancer at his home in Palm Desert, California on April 10, 1989.