Auction.com [1] has added a heavyweight to its team, bringing on senior Internet executive Deep Nishar in an advisory role.
Nishar has a long track record of leadership, having spent more than 20 years managing large, global organizations. Currently, he serves as SVP at LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network, where he leads overall product strategy and user experience.
Previously, he served as senior director of products at Google, earning the Google Founders Award during that time for his work in establishing the company's mobile business.
In addition, Nishar is a board member at several major Web companies, including TripAdvisor and Opower.
Nishar's guidance comes at a crucial time for Auction.com as the company works to further enhance its recently launched iPad application that allows buyers to locate and purchase real estate on the go.
"Deep is a proven leader in helping define some of the greatest mobile and web products of our time," said Jake Seid, president of Auction.com. "We're fortunate to be able to leverage his expertise as we accelerate our growth across all online channels."
"Auction.com is unique in allowing buyers, sellers and brokers to securely transact real estate online," Nishar said. "Translating the benefits of this open, interactive marketplace that provides price discovery, transparency, speed and efficiency to a wider population and providing them with the freedom to confidently transact real estate with ease from wherever they are can only help Auction.com position itself as the leader of this segment for years to come."