Noa Sheer

Negotiations Expert, Lecturer & Co-Author of Effective Negotiation

Noa Sheer is a renowned negotiation, influence, and persuasion specialist, empowering experienced negotiators in New Zealand, Australia, and the United States with evidence-based methods and best practices in communication. Through her consultancy, Sheer Negotiations, Noa partners with organisations to design negotiation protocols, represent clients in high-stakes negotiations, and train C-suite leaders and teams to achieve optimal outcomes.

Noa's focus for Sheer Negotiations is the teaching the ability for parties to be at the negotiations table, with authenticity, clarity and transparency. By first being transparent, or "Sheer" and playing with open cards, you will build trust. It is through trust, empath and understanding that the true negotiation takes place. Not a negotiation with the sole purpose of winning, but a negotiation that build long-term value and partnerships.

Her expertise enables clients to navigate complex negotiations with confidence, build trust, and foster lasting relationships. Her guidance has benefited esteemed organisations such as Westpac, Uber, NZ Defence Force, Australia Department of Defence, Accor, NSW Health, Elders Real Estate, Queensland Department of Housing, Christchurch City Council, St Vincent's Hospital, ICBC, CCB, and the Sydney Royal Hospital for Women, among others.

As a respected academic, Noa teaches negotiation skills in MBA and executive education courses at the University of NSW and Auckland University, and serves as a visiting lecturer at other top-tier institutions. Her co-authored book, Effective Negotiation: From Research to Results, has become a trusted resource for teaching negotiation skills in universities worldwide.

Throughout her work, Noa remains committed to empathy, ethics, long-term value, and loyal relationships – principles that underpin her training and consulting practice. By combining cutting-edge research with real-world expertise, Noa helps leaders and organisations succeed in the art of negotiation.

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