Olga Yashkova

Olga Yashkova is an experienced research manager currently at IDC since September 2021, and was previously the Head of Research for IoT Business Strategy & Analytics at James Brehm & Associates from February 2019 to September 2021. With a substantial background at Frost & Sullivan from 2005 to 2018, Olga held various roles including Program Manager and Account Executive, focusing on market studies and growth opportunities for marketing and strategy professionals. Olga's expertise extends to the telecommunications sector, working with technologies like IoT and VoIP, and contributing significantly to business development and market intelligence. Earlier experience includes a role as a Marketing Research Analyst at Portland General Electric, where Olga conducted quantitative research and strategic marketing analysis. Olga holds an MBA in Marketing, Finance, and Business from Marylhurst University, and degrees in Linguistics and Fine Arts.