Dave Phillips
About Dave Phillips
Dave Phillips is a Project Manager specializing in Retail Systems at URBN, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in retail management, having held various leadership positions at Urban Outfitters and Starbucks over the past several years.
Current Role at URBN
Dave Phillips currently serves as a Project Manager in Retail Systems at URBN, which encompasses brands such as Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People, and Nuuly. He has held this position since 2022 and is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing various projects that enhance retail operations and improve system efficiencies across the organization.
Previous Experience at Urban Outfitters
Dave Phillips has extensive experience with Urban Outfitters, where he worked in several managerial roles. He was a Store Brand Leader from 2019 to 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and previously held the position of Department Manager from 2014 to 2016 in the Greater Philadelphia Area. Additionally, he served as a Community Store Manager for four months in Westfield, New Jersey, in 2016. His roles involved managing store operations and leading teams to achieve sales goals.
Experience at Starbucks
Before joining Urban Outfitters, Dave Phillips worked at Starbucks as a General Manager from 2006 to 2013. During his seven years in this role, he was responsible for managing store operations, ensuring customer satisfaction, and leading a team to meet business objectives. His experience at Starbucks contributed to his leadership skills and operational knowledge.
Educational Background
Dave Phillips studied at the State College of Florida-Manatee-Sarasota, where he furthered his education in business-related fields. He also attended Manatee Community College, where he earned an Associate's degree in Business Administration and Management from 2004 to 2007. His educational background has provided him with foundational knowledge applicable to his management roles.