Alexander D.
About Alexander D.
Alexander D. serves as the Executive Director of Technology at URBN, overseeing technology initiatives since 2021. With extensive experience in IT management, he has held various leadership roles at companies such as rue21 and Toys R Us International.
Work at URBN
Alexander D. has held the position of Executive Director of Technology at URBN, which encompasses brands such as Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People, and Nuuly, since 2021. In this role, he oversees technology initiatives and strategies for the company, based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Prior to this, he served as Director of Information Technology at URBN from 2017 to 2021, where he contributed to the development and implementation of IT systems and infrastructure.
Professional Background
Before joining URBN, Alexander D. worked at rue21 in various roles, including Vice President of IT, Omni Channel Systems from 2014 to 2017, and Sr. Director of Supply Chain and Store Systems from 2010 to 2014. He also held positions such as Associate Director of Application Development and Director of Applications Development at rue21 from 2005 to 2010. His experience includes a significant tenure at Toys R Us International as a Sr. Business Systems Analyst from 1998 to 2005.
Education and Expertise
Alexander D. studied at William & Mary, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in East Asian Studies from 1994 to 1998. He also attended Ludwig-Meyn-Gymnasium for one year in 1992-1993 and studied Chinese Language, Literature, and History at Beijing Normal University in 1996. His educational background supports his expertise in technology and systems development within the retail sector.