Vijit Sharma
About Vijit Sharma
Vijit Sharma serves as the Vice President of Product & Technology at Hearst, bringing over 20 years of experience in leading technology initiatives. His career includes significant roles at ALM, News Corp, and New York Law Journal, with a strong educational background in Computer Applications and Information Systems.
Current Role at Hearst
Vijit Sharma serves as Vice President of Product & Technology at Hearst, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product development and technology initiatives, leading teams that include Director-level direct reports and various product and project professionals. His focus is on setting strategy and defining roadmaps for large teams, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Previous Experience at ALM
Prior to his current role, Vijit Sharma worked at ALM for 13 years, from 2006 to 2019. During his tenure, he held several positions, including Senior Director of Information Systems, Senior Project Manager for Digital Products, Head of Applications, and Architect for Content Products. His diverse roles at ALM allowed him to gain extensive experience in managing digital products and technology initiatives.
Educational Background
Vijit Sharma earned an MBA from the University of Bridgeport, where he focused on Computer Applications, Information Systems, and E-Commerce Strategies from 2004 to 2006. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Delhi University. Additionally, he has pursued further education in Agile Project Management and Big Data, achieving certifications in these areas.
Expertise in Digital Products
Vijit Sharma specializes in building a full spectrum of Digital, SaaS, and Data products. He has over 20 years of experience leading complex cross-domain technology initiatives. His competency lies in setting strategy and defining roadmaps, which has enabled him to effectively manage large teams and drive successful project outcomes.
Career Progression and Roles
Vijit Sharma's career includes various roles across multiple organizations. Before joining Hearst, he worked at News Corp as Senior Director of Enterprise Product Applications from 2019 to 2022. He also held positions at New York Law Journal, Incisive Media, and Netcamper, where he contributed as a Project Manager, Business Analyst, and Product Manager. His diverse background has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of product management and technology.