Colin Berry, Cgma
About Colin Berry, Cgma
Colin Berry is a Finance Director for Europe at URBN, with a career in finance spanning over 17 years across various sectors including retail, hospitality, and pharmaceuticals. He has held significant roles at companies such as Tesco PLC and Prezzo Plc, demonstrating expertise in both corporate and high-growth environments.
Current Role at URBN
Colin Berry serves as the Finance Director for Europe at URBN, which encompasses brands such as Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People, and Nuuly. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the financial strategy and operations of the organization. His role involves overseeing financial performance and ensuring the alignment of financial practices with the company's objectives in the European market.
Previous Experience at Prezzo Plc
Before joining URBN, Colin Berry worked at Prezzo Plc as the Group Financial Controller from 2015 to 2018. In this role, he managed financial reporting and analysis, contributing to the overall financial health of the company. His tenure at Prezzo Plc spanned three years, during which he focused on optimizing financial processes and supporting strategic decision-making.
Career at Tesco PLC
Colin Berry's career at Tesco PLC included several roles that spanned from 2004 to 2015. He began as a Finance Executive for Retail Store Expenses and New Stores, later becoming a Business Analyst for Convenience Stores. He also held the position of Group Treasury Project Manager and served as Head of Finance - Hospitality. His diverse roles at Tesco provided him with extensive experience in finance across various sectors within the retail industry.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Colin Berry is CIMA qualified and has completed a Professional Accounting Qualification. His educational background supports his extensive experience in finance, enabling him to navigate complex financial environments effectively. This foundation has been instrumental in his roles across various industries, including retail and hospitality.
Finance Leadership Experience
With over 17 years of experience in finance leadership roles, Colin Berry has developed a strategic and operational focus in finance. His career spans multiple sectors, including Pharmaceutical, Retail, and Hospitality. This breadth of experience equips him with a comprehensive understanding of financial management in both large international corporations and high-growth small and medium enterprises.