JJ O'Connell is a professional with a background in history, entrepreneurship, and business administration. He earned his B.A. in History, Cum Laude, from the University of Massachusetts and later pursued an M.B.A. with a focus on innovation and entrepreneurship at the Charles H. Lundquist College of Business at the University of Oregon. With over a decade of professional experience, O'Connell has held various positions in different organizations, including Director of Operations at Mainspring Services, Regional Sales Manager/Technical Sales Representative at Bulk Handling Systems, Director of Entrepreneurial Development at Eugene Area Chamber of Commerce, and Owner/Operator of In-Home Appliance Rental Team and Man Bites Dog. He has also worked as a Graduate Assistant to the Center Director at Lundquist Center for Entrepreneurship, an Assistant General Manager/Chief Information Officer at Artist & Craftsman Supply, and a Representative on the Board of Directors at The Duck Store. O'Connell has a passion for entrepreneurship, technology, and innovation, making him an asset in any organization.