John O'Connell

John O'Connell is a seasoned professional with a rich background in project management, business development, recruiting, budgeting, proposal writing, and strategic planning. He holds a Masters in Public Policy from the Humphrey School of Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota and a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Saint Thomas.

John has held various key positions in reputable organizations. Currently, he serves as the Program Director at Land O'Lakes Venture37. Previously, he was the Senior Manager for Project Design and Implementation at Land O'Lakes International Development and held the role of Director of Programs at CNFA. John also has work experience at Creative Associates International, Inc., where he served as a Technical Manager and a Program Associate.