Emily Grubbs
About Emily Grubbs
Emily Grubbs serves as the Manager of Talent Development at URBN, where she has worked since 2019. With a background in organizational effectiveness and talent development, she has designed significant programs and oversees onboarding and internship processes for the company.
Current Role at URBN
Emily Grubbs serves as the Manager of Talent Development at URBN, which encompasses Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, and Free People. She has held this position since 2019 and is based in the Greater Philadelphia Area. In her role, she oversees the onboarding process for approximately 900 new employees annually and manages the URBN Internship Program, which includes around 100 interns across various seasons. Additionally, she leads the Executive Leadership Development initiatives for C-Suite and Director-level leaders.
Previous Experience at HBO
Emily Grubbs worked at HBO from 2013 to 2017, where she held multiple roles. Initially, she served as the Coordinator for Organizational Effectiveness for two years, followed by a position as Trainer in the same department for another two years. During her tenure, she contributed to organizational training and development efforts within the company, enhancing employee effectiveness and engagement.
Professional Background at Interbrand
Emily Grubbs began her career at Interbrand, where she held several positions from 2011 to 2013. She started as an Administrative Assistant in Global Marketing & Communications, later advancing to roles such as Marketing Coordinator and Marketing Associate. Her experience at Interbrand provided her with a solid foundation in marketing and communications within a global context.
Educational Background
Emily Grubbs has a diverse educational background. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Public Communication from the University of Vermont, completing her studies from 2004 to 2008. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) with a focus on Management from New York University's Robert F. Wagner School of Public Service, where she studied from 2011 to 2014. Additionally, she studied Mandarin Chinese at Middlebury College and participated in a study abroad program in Mandarin Chinese through School Year Abroad (SYA) from 2003 to 2004.
Achievements in Talent Development
Emily Grubbs has developed a comprehensive company-wide Manager-level Development program at URBN, which has graduated over 300 participants since its inception in May 2017. She also plays a key role in consulting with Talent Leaders across URBN's regional offices on best practices in training and onboarding. Her contributions include the design and analysis of Employee Pulse Surveys and Strategic Training Evaluations, which inform the company's Talent Management strategies.