Joseph Connor

Entrepreneur and Education Professional

Joseph J. Connor is a professional based in New York, currently serving as the Founder and CEO of Odyssey, a position he has held since June 2021. Prior to this role, he was the Co-Founder and COO of SchoolHouse from January 2020 to June 2021. His earlier experience includes working as an Associate in the Education Group at Faegre Drinker and as Legal Counsel for AltSchool. Additionally, Connor has held various teaching positions, including at KIPP schools and Rocketship Education, showcasing a strong background in education and legal counsel.1

He graduated cum laude from the University of Notre Dame Law School, where he received several honors, including the Dean's Award for achieving the highest grade in Law of Education.1

Experience

Founder and CEO at Odyssey (June 2021 - Present)

Co-Founder and COO at SchoolHouse (January 2020 - June 2021) Associate in Education Group at Faegre Drinker (September 2016 - January 2020) Legal Counsel at AltSchool (January 2016 - May 2016) Consultant, Alliance for Catholic Education at University of Notre Dame (August 2014 - May 2016) Teacher/Principal Fellow at Rocketship Education (June 2012 - June 2013) Teacher at KIPP Philadelphia Schools (September 2011 - June 2012) Teacher at KIPP DC (June 2010 - August 2011)