Sharon McNee is an experienced research professional with over two decades in the industry. Currently serving as a Research Manager at IDC since November 2015, Sharon previously held the position of Principal Analyst at Gartner from September 1996 to December 2014. Earlier career experience includes roles as Research Manager at InfoQuest and Sales and Marketing Coordinator at Shanning Laser Systems. Sharon McNee holds a Post Graduate Diploma in European Marketing and Languages from Edinburgh Napier University and an MA (Honours) in French Language and Literature from The University of Glasgow.