Martin J. Sessa
About Martin J. Sessa
Martin J. Sessa serves as the Executive Director of Technology at URBN, where he leads the IT Infrastructure and Operations team for several lifestyle brands. He has over two decades of experience in the IT field, including previous roles at Charming Shoppes and Main Line Health.
Current Role at URBN
Martin J. Sessa serves as the Executive Director of Technology at URBN, which encompasses brands such as Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People, and Nuuly. He has held this position since 2022, leading the IT Infrastructure and Operations team. His responsibilities include optimizing technology performance and costs through effective vendor management. Sessa focuses on applying ITIL methods to foster continual improvement in the organization.
Previous Experience at URBN
Before his current role, Martin J. Sessa worked at URBN as the Director of Global Infrastructure & Operations from 2009 to 2022. During this 13-year tenure, he contributed to the development and management of IT infrastructure supporting the company's global lifestyle brands. His experience in this role laid the groundwork for his current leadership position.
Career Background
Martin J. Sessa has a diverse career in technology and management. He worked at Charming Shoppes as a Senior Manager of Infrastructure Services from 2006 to 2009. Prior to that, he held various positions at Main Line Health, including Manager of Customer Support and Manager of Server and Desktop Services, from 1996 to 2006. His early career included a role as a Network Field Engineer at Vanstar Corporation from 1990 to 1996.
Education and Expertise
Martin J. Sessa studied Computer Engineering at CHI Institute, where he earned an Associate's degree from 1988 to 1990. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive experience in IT infrastructure and operations. He is committed to staying informed about the latest trends and innovations in the IT field, which enhances his leadership capabilities.