Sharon B.

Sharon B. has a diverse work experience spanning different industries. Sharon most recently worked at The Linux Foundation as a Data Protection Officer, starting in August 2022. Prior to that, they worked at Cyber Privacy & Governance Consulting as a Principal Consultant, specializing in data privacy, protection, and governance, with a focus on business transformation.

Sharon also has experience in the technology and healthcare sectors. Sharon worked at TEKsystems as a Senior Global Privacy Analyst at a global medical device and technology firm, starting in September 2020. Before that, they were a Project Leader and Data Privacy Strategy Consultant at a large financial services firm from March 2019 to August 2020.

Additionally, Sharon has held leadership roles in nonprofit organizations. Sharon served as the Director of Operations and Finance at Keystone Community Services from September 2016 to December 2017. Prior to that, they were the Director of Operations Strategy and Finance at NeighborWorks Home Partners from January 2015 to September 2016.

Sharon'searlier experience includes working as the Director of Administration and Compliance at Volunteer Lawyers Network from August 2007 to January 2015.

Overall, Sharon B. has a strong background in data protection, privacy, and governance, as well as experience in operations, finance, and nonprofit management.

Sharon B. has a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in International Business and Management from Metro State University. Sharon also holds an Associate of Science (A.S.) degree in Computer Science and Programming from Hennepin Technical College.

In addition to their degrees, Sharon B. has obtained several certifications. Sharon is a Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM) from the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP). Sharon is also a Certified ScrumMaster (CSM®) from the Scrum Alliance®. Sharon B. has completed the Executive Director Leadership Development program from the University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business. Additionally, they are a Notary Public, Commissioned by the State of Minnesota, certified by the Office of Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon.