Sharon Braude first joined Media Contacts in July 2007 in the role of Group Account Director. She was responsible for leading the digital strategy for BBC as part of an integrated media team. Since then she has launched several award-winning campaigns for the BBC. Her highest accolade was being chosen for the Grand Prix at EuroBest 2008 for BBC iPlayer.

In February 2009, Sharon launched Media Contacts' Social Media Unit in the UK. This service brought all social media activities under one roof, and offered clients tangible results within the social spectrum. Sharon was part of a task force comprised of MPG, Media Contacts, AIS, Cake, and Euro RSCG, whose remit is to create a premium consultancy, and offer market-leading expertise in social media.

After 2 years at Media Contacts, Sharon has joined the Havas Digital team as Associate Director of Global New Business. Working alongside Mark Egan, Director of New Business, Sharon will use her expertise in strategy and knowledge of the social landscape to contribute to global and local new business acquisition.

Sharon has previously worked for a number of other media agencies, and commenced her career in TV and radio production. She holds a Bachelor of Journalism from Rhodes University in South Africa, and a Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing and Communications from Red and Yellow in Cape Town.