Sharon Funk
About Sharon Funk
Sharon Funk serves as the Vice President of Marketing at Ardelyx, Inc., a position she has held since 2019. She holds both a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Arts in Sociology from Tulane University and has prior experience as a Senior Product Manager at Sanofi Genzyme.
Work at Ardelyx
Sharon Funk has held the position of Vice President of Marketing at Ardelyx, Inc. since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing marketing strategies and initiatives that align with the company's goals. Her tenure at Ardelyx has lasted for five years, during which she has contributed to the company's marketing efforts in the biotechnology sector.
Education and Expertise
Sharon Funk earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Sociology from Tulane University, completing her studies from 1992 to 1996. She continued her education at the same institution, obtaining a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Sociology from 1996 to 1998. Her academic background provides her with a strong foundation in understanding social dynamics, which is beneficial in her marketing role.
Background
Before joining Ardelyx, Sharon Funk worked at Sanofi Genzyme as a Senior Product Manager in Hospital Sales from 2001 to 2007. During her six-year tenure at Sanofi Genzyme, she gained experience in product management and sales strategies within the healthcare industry, which has informed her subsequent roles in marketing.