Tara Sharkey

Tara Sharkey is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in competitive and consumer insights, ecosystem strategy, partnerships, and merchandise planning. Currently serving as Director of Competitive and Consumer Insights at Macy's since September 2024, Tara has previously held key positions, including Director of Ecosystem Strategy & Partnerships and Manager of Customer Success at Mirakl, as well as Senior Category Manager for Prestige Beauty and Planning Manager for Women’s Apparel at Walmart. Additional experience includes roles at Anheuser-Busch InBev, Ann Taylor, Tory Burch, and earlier titles at Macy's and various retailers. Tara holds an MBA from NYU Stern School of Business and a BA in Art History and Foreign Affairs from the University of Virginia.