ATLANTA – Inspire Brands, the global multi-brand restaurant powerhouse, has appointed Nitin Sharma as its new Director of Product Management. Sharma, a seasoned product leader with over 14 years of experience, will specifically spearhead the Customer Growth & Data Platforms division.
In his new role, Sharma is tasked with architecting the customer and marketing data ecosystem that supports Inspire’s massive portfolio, which includes iconic names like Arby’s, Dunkin’, Baskin-Robbins, and Buffalo Wild Wings.
Executive Profile: Nitin Sharma
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New Role: Director of Product Management (Customer Growth & Data Platforms)
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Company: Inspire Brands
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Previous Role: Director of Product Management at Cox Automotive Inc.
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Core Expertise: Enterprise-grade B2B products, Data Platforms, and Fintech.
A Proven Track Record in Data and Strategy
Sharma transitions to Inspire Brands from Cox Automotive Inc., where he spent two years leading product strategy. His professional background is rooted in high-level consultancy and technical research:
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Deloitte: A significant seven-year tenure in leadership roles.
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Georgia Institute of Technology: Served as a Graduate Research Assistant, honing his technical foundation.
Driving the “Digital-First” Agenda
With his background in building data-driven ecosystems, Sharma’s appointment underscores Inspire Brands’ commitment to leveraging consumer data for personalized marketing and growth. By centralizing data platforms, the company aims to create a seamless digital experience across its diverse restaurant chains.
“I’m excited to join Inspire Brands… focusing on building the customer and marketing data ecosystem that supports our portfolio of iconic brands,” Sharma shared via a LinkedIn update.

