Dana O'Brien

Dana O'Brien is a seasoned legal professional currently serving as the General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer at OpenView, a venture capital firm based in Boston, Massachusetts.12 She joined OpenView in June 2022, bringing with her extensive experience in legal affairs, compliance, and executive leadership within the investment and venture capital sectors.1

Professional Background

Prior to her role at OpenView, Dana O'Brien held several notable positions:

• General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer at SV Health Investors (April 2019 - June 2022)1
• General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer at Athena Capital Advisors (February 2019 - April 2019)1
• Vice President, Deputy General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer at Athena Capital Advisors (February 2014 - February 2019)1
• Director of Administration and Legal Affairs and Chief Compliance Officer at Fisher Lynch Capital (April 2011 - January 2014)1

Education

Dana O'Brien's educational background includes:

• JD with High Honors from The University of Connecticut School of Law (2001 - 2004)1
• BA in History from College of the Holy Cross (1995 - 1999)1

Professional Attributes

Colleagues describe Dana O'Brien as a pragmatic, collaborative, proactive, and results-oriented attorney and executive.1 Her expertise spans various aspects of legal and compliance matters, particularly within the venture capital and investment management industries.2

Current Role

At OpenView, Dana O'Brien focuses on core business operations within the firm, leveraging her extensive experience in legal affairs and compliance to support the company's growth and strategic initiatives.2 Her role is crucial in navigating the complex regulatory landscape of the venture capital industry and ensuring the firm's adherence to legal and ethical standards.