Emma Gilmore
About Emma Gilmore
Emma Gilmore is a Fabric Associate in the Sourcing Rotational Program at URBN, where she has worked since 2022. She has a background in retail management and customer service, with previous positions at Free People, Anthropologie, and Nike, and holds a Bachelor's Degree in Fiber, Textile and Weaving Arts from the Savannah College of Art and Design.
Current Role at URBN
Emma Gilmore currently serves as a Fabric Associate in the Sourcing Rotational Program at URBN, which encompasses Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People, and Nuuly. She has held this position since 2022 and is involved in various aspects of fabric sourcing and management within the organization. This role allows her to apply her background in textile arts and her experience in retail management.
Previous Experience in Retail Management
Emma Gilmore has extensive experience in retail management. She worked as a Store Brand Leader at Free People from 2021 to 2022 in Charlotte, North Carolina, where she oversaw store operations. Prior to that, she served as an Assistant Store Manager and Movement Manager at Free People from 2019 to 2021. Her earlier experience includes a role as a Senior Customer Associate keyholder at Anthropologie for three months in 2019 and as a Sales Associate at Nike from 2015 to 2017.
Education and Expertise in Textile Arts
Emma Gilmore earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Fiber, Textile and Weaving Arts from the Savannah College of Art and Design, completing her studies from 2013 to 2017. Her education provided her with a strong foundation in textile design and production, which she applies in her current role at URBN.
Research Focus on Physiological Responses
Emma Gilmore's research focuses on understanding the physiological responses of the human body to physical stress, particularly in athletes. She investigates natural coping mechanisms such as sweat, respiratory, and muscle functions under physical strain. Her work aims to discover methods to mitigate the physical toll on athletes' bodies due to stress from physical activities.
Management Experience in Food Service
Before her roles in retail, Emma Gilmore worked as a Manager at Amélie’s French Bakery & Café from 2017 to 2019 in Rock Hill, South Carolina. This position contributed to her management skills and customer service experience, further enhancing her capabilities in team leadership and operational oversight.