Michael Marth
About Michael Marth
Michael Marth is the COO International at URBN, overseeing operations since 2020. He has over a decade of experience in international retail management, previously holding various roles at H&M Group and other companies across Europe.
Work at URBN
Michael Marth has served as COO International at URBN since 2020. His role encompasses overseeing operations for the Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People, and Nuuly brands. Based in the London, England Metropolitan Area, he has contributed to the company's international retail strategies and operational management. Prior to this position, he held the role of COO Europe at URBN for seven months in 2020.
Previous Experience at H&M Group
Michael Marth has extensive experience with H&M Group, where he held various leadership roles. He served as COS Brand CFO and COO from 2017 to 2020 in London. Additionally, he was the CFO and COO for Cheap Monday from 2016 to 2017 in Stockholm. His tenure at H&M also included positions as Country Controller BeLux from 2009 to 2012 in Brussels and as a Production Trainee in Bangladesh in 2008.
Education and Expertise
Michael Marth holds a Master's degree in Business from Karl-Franzens-Universität Graz, which he completed from 2004 to 2005. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Business from the same institution, studying from 2000 to 2004. Additionally, he participated in an Erasmus program at Università degli Studi di Trento in 2004 for 11 months. His academic background supports his expertise in retail innovation, supply chain management, and digital commerce.
Background in Retail Management
With over a decade of experience in international retail management, Michael Marth has developed a strong understanding of operations across Europe, China, and the Middle East. His career includes significant roles in managing business operations and financial oversight within the retail sector. He has also engaged in discussions on retail innovation and business growth, reflecting his commitment to advancing the industry.
Leadership Roles in Austria
Before his tenure at H&M Group, Michael Marth worked as Managing Director at HUMANIC from 2014 to 2015 in Graz, Austria. He also served as Chief Retail Officer at Michael Pachleitner Group from 2015 to 2016. His leadership roles in Austria have contributed to his comprehensive knowledge of the retail landscape in the region.