Melissa Villegas Reinard
About Melissa Villegas Reinard
Melissa Villegas Reinard serves as the Senior Sourcing Department Administrator at URBN, where she has worked since 2018. She has a background in hospitality management and medical interpretation, and she actively leads community outreach initiatives and chairs the LatinX Employee Resource Group.
Current Role at URBN
Melissa Villegas Reinard serves as the Senior Sourcing Department Administrator at URBN, which includes brands such as Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, and Free People. She has held this position since 2018 and operates from the Greater Philadelphia Area. In her role, she acts as a liaison between the sourcing department and business partners, facilitating communication and collaboration. Additionally, she organizes charity and fundraiser events, contributing to the company’s community engagement efforts.
Previous Positions at URBN
Prior to her current role, Melissa held several positions within URBN. She worked as an Executive Assistant in Global Sourcing from 2013 to 2016 and as an EU Product Development & Production Coordinator from 2016 to 2018. Both roles were based at the Philadelphia Navy Yard, where she gained experience in product development and administrative support within the sourcing department.
Education and Training
Melissa has a diverse educational background. She earned a Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management from Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola, studying from 2005 to 2010. She also completed high school at Newton College in Lima, Peru. In addition to her formal education, she has pursued training in Medical Interpretation at the Nationalities Service Center and completed the Bridging The Gap training since 2012. She has also participated in the Four Seasons Introductory Training Program since 2007.
Community Outreach Initiatives
Melissa developed a community outreach program for the sourcing department at URBN. This initiative reflects her commitment to enhancing community relations and fostering a positive impact through the company's sourcing efforts. Her role in organizing charity and fundraiser events further demonstrates her dedication to community engagement.
Professional Experience Prior to URBN
Before joining URBN, Melissa gained experience in the hospitality and service industries. She completed a Front of House Operations internship at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts from 2007 to 2009 in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Additionally, she worked as a Player Service Representative at Parx Casino from 2011 to 2013 in Bensalem, Pennsylvania. These roles contributed to her skills in customer service and operations management.