Starmount Hires Former TJX Executive Marty Whitmore as Vice President of Professional Services

AUSTIN, Texas -- (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Starmount, a software provider focused on helping retailers optimize the shopper experience, today announced the appointment of Marty Whitmore to its executive leadership team as Vice President of Professional Services. As Vice President of Professional Services, Whitmore will oversee the Services Organization, responsible for overall client satisfaction, project oversight and execution, professional services sales, resource management, and forecasting.

Whitmore joins Starmount after 25 years in the retail industry and IT management. Prior to joining Starmount, Whitmore was a consultant with Boston Retail Partners, consulting national retailers on the selection and implementation of retail technology investments for infrastructure services and other projects. Whitmore also served as Vice President of Store Systems for TJX Cos. Inc., the parent company of T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods and other international brands, and more recently as the Senior Vice President of Global Infrastructure Services for TJX Cos. Inc., where he had worldwide responsibility for all IT infrastructure and service delivery.

“We are excited to have Marty join the Starmount team,” said Joe Halloum, president of Starmount. “Marty brings an invaluable perspective to Starmount as both a former retail executive as well as a senior-level IT consultant, making him the perfect choice to lead our Professional Services team. His extensive experience in retail technology infrastructure and service delivery will be key to Starmount's continued expansion and growth.”

Meet Whitmore in Starmount booth #1575 at the National Retail Federation’s Big Show at the Jacob K. Javits Center in New York City, Monday, January 14 and Tuesday, January 15.

About Starmount

Starmount software solutions bring the richness of the Web and the power of mobile into the store, where retailers can create more personalized, relevant and dynamic interactions with customers. From mobile selling and omni-channel engagement platforms to digital signage, our retail solutions transform the store environment to a more connected, engaging shopping experience. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Starmount works with a diverse client base of leading retailers around the world, such as Pep Boys and Urban Outfitters. For more information, visit www.starmount.com/news, read the Starmount Blog at www.starmountshare.com, and follow on Twitter at www.twitter.com/starmountretail.