Marty Whitmore, Managing Partner at Cambridge Retail Advisors

Marty Whitmore

Managing Partner

Marty is a senior information technology executive with deep experience in international retail, including more than 20 years with TJX Cos., Inc. His background spans global store systems, infrastructure, service delivery, security, application development, and strategic IT planning. Across operator, technology provider, and advisory roles, he has led complex initiatives that improve operations, support growth, and translate technical decisions into practical business outcomes.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Enterprise retail technology leadership from the store to global infrastructure.

TJX Cos., Inc.
Senior Vice President Global Infrastructure and Services

Led global IT projects, supporting international growth and stabilizing operations across thousands of stores.

Starmount
Vice President of Products and Services

Instrumental in creating and launching new retail technology solutions, influencing product strategy and market adoption.

Boston Retail Partners
Vice President and Senior Advisor

Advised top retailers on technology investments and operational improvements, delivering clear business results.

Cambridge Retail Advisors
Founder and Managing Partner

Founded CRA to share his extensive experience and client-first approach, focusing on practical, results-driven advice.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Leadership across the systems, infrastructure, and strategy that keep retail moving.

Application Development & Support

Building and maintaining robust retail applications.

Global Store Systems

Designing and implementing global in-store operational systems.

Infrastructure & Security

Overseeing secure and stable IT infrastructure.

Service Delivery

Enhancing IT service delivery for quality operations.

Strategic IT Planning

Creating long-term technology plans aligned with business goals.

Mergers & Acquisitions Integration

Smoothly combining IT systems during M&A.

SELECT RETAIL ENGAGEMENTS

Experience across enterprise and specialty retail.

Selected work spans apparel, specialty retail, grocery and beverage, home furnishings, automotive, and foodservice.

Apparel & Specialty Retail
AbercrombieA.J. WrightAvenue StoresBeall’sBurlingtonCiti TrendsMichael’s StoresPatagoniaPerry EllisREI
Grocery & Beverage
ABC Fine WineB.J’s Wholesale
Home & Furnishings
Bob’s FurnitureHome GoodsContainer Store
Automotive & Service
Pep BoysTire and Battery
Restaurants & Foodservice
Raising Cane’s
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