Nim Sharon is a seasoned sales and marketing leader with an impressive track record of success in the Consumer Technology and Mobile industries. With over 15 years of experience in identifying new business opportunities, surpassing sales goals, and strategic planning and execution, Nim brings a positive energy and innovative approach to any organization she works with. Some of her most notable accomplishments include founding new businesses (e.g., PodStyle), receiving numerous awards (e.g., Award of Excellence from The NPD Group), and consistently ranking as a leading sales overachiever (The NPD Group). Currently serving as the Executive Director at The NPD Group, Nim is responsible for driving new business revenue by leveraging Point of Sale and Consumer Insights to help brands deepen their relationships with their channel partners, such as retailers and carriers. Her areas of expertise include Sales Hunting, Business Development, Prospecting, Territory Analysis, New Product Development and Innovation, Sales Strategy and Implementation, Marketing, Market Research, Market Forecasting, Growth Planning, Negotiations, Team Motivation, and Training and On-boarding Plans. Nim holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business, with a focus on Marketing from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and also studied Business at Esade.