URBN Executive and Leadership Team

Melanie Marein-Efron, the Chief Financial Officer at URBN, directs the global financial strategy and capital allocation for the entire brand portfolio. Overseeing fiscal planning, the Chief Financial Officer ensures the long-term economic health of the organization while supporting the expansion of diverse retail concepts. This leadership role involves managing investor relations, financial reporting, and risk assessment to maintain market competitiveness. By optimizing capital structures and resource distribution, Melanie Marein-Efron directly impacts the ability of the company to invest in new creative ventures and digital platforms. Marein-Efron also collaborates with the executive team to align budgetary goals with the overarching mission of delivering unique consumer experiences. Through rigorous financial discipline, the Chief Financial Officer secures the necessary liquidity to sustain growth across North American and international markets, ensuring that every brand within the portfolio remains financially resilient and operationally agile.

Frank Conforti, the Co-President & Chief Operating Officer at URBN, directs the day-to-day operational execution and supply chain logistics for the global brand portfolio. Overseeing the integration of retail and digital operations, the Co-President & Chief Operating Officer ensures that the infrastructure supports the creative vision of each brand. This leadership role involves streamlining distribution networks, enhancing inventory management, and improving the efficiency of the omnichannel retail model. By refining operational processes, Frank Conforti directly impacts the speed and quality of product delivery to customers worldwide. Conforti also coordinates with other C-suite leaders to synchronize operational capacity with market demand, facilitating seamless growth across diverse retail channels. Through strategic oversight of logistics and fulfillment, the Co-President & Chief Operating Officer maintains the operational excellence required to support the company's entrepreneurial approach to products and services in a highly competitive global retail landscape.

Margaret Hayne, the Co-President & Urbn Chief Creative Officer at URBN, directs the overarching creative vision and product design strategy for the entire portfolio of brands. Overseeing the aesthetic direction and brand identity, the Co-President & Urbn Chief Creative Officer ensures that every product and retail environment reflects the company's commitment to creativity. This leadership role involves guiding design teams, curating brand experiences, and maintaining the unique entrepreneurial spirit that defines the organization. By championing innovative design concepts, Margaret Hayne directly impacts the market appeal and brand loyalty of the company's diverse offerings. Hayne also collaborates with other executives to translate creative concepts into successful retail strategies that resonate with global consumers. Through the continuous pursuit of artistic excellence, the Co-President & Urbn Chief Creative Officer drives the creative evolution of the company, ensuring that each brand remains distinct, relevant, and deeply connected to the community it serves.

Andrea Perez, the President, FP Movement at URBN, directs the strategic growth, product development, and market expansion of the FP Movement brand. Overseeing the brand's specific retail and digital presence, the President, FP Movement ensures that the activewear and wellness offerings align with the broader creative mission of the company. This leadership role involves identifying new market opportunities, managing brand-specific marketing campaigns, and scaling the business to meet the needs of a health-conscious consumer base. By driving the evolution of the FP Movement product line, Andrea Perez directly impacts the brand's ability to capture market share in the competitive activewear sector. Perez also coordinates with the executive team to leverage the company's shared resources while maintaining the unique identity of the brand. Through focused leadership, the President, FP Movement expands the reach of the brand across North American and international markets, contributing to the overall success and creative diversity of the portfolio.

Azeez Hayne, the Chief Administrative Officer at URBN, directs the internal corporate functions, legal affairs, and human capital strategies that underpin the organization. Overseeing organizational development, the Chief Administrative Officer ensures that the corporate culture remains aligned with the core mission of leading with creativity. This leadership role involves managing legal compliance, corporate governance, and talent acquisition initiatives to support a diverse workforce. By fostering an environment that encourages entrepreneurial thinking, Azeez Hayne directly impacts the retention of top creative talent and the overall effectiveness of the company's internal operations. Hayne also works closely with the Board to ensure that administrative policies support the strategic objectives of the entire brand portfolio. Through the management of corporate infrastructure and legal risk, the Chief Administrative Officer provides the stable foundation necessary for the company to pursue innovative growth and maintain its unique position within the global retail industry.