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Kyle O'Connor
Writer and communications strategist, Obama speechwriter.
Kyle O'Connor is a seasoned communications strategist and currently serves as a Senior Advisor at Fenway Strategies. He has a distinguished career, having worked in various high-profile roles, including as a speechwriter for President Barack Obama, where he became one of the youngest presidential speechwriters in history. His experience includes managing executive communications at Facebook and serving as a Senior Assistant to the President at the University of Virginia.
Education and Early Career
O'Connor holds a Bachelor of Arts degree with Highest Distinction in Political Philosophy, Policy, and Law from the University of Virginia. He began his career in speechwriting as an unpaid intern during the 2008 Obama campaign, eventually contributing to significant speeches and events throughout Obama's presidency.
Professional Background
- Fenway Strategies: Senior Advisor and Speechwriter
- Facebook: Executive Communications Manager
- Nest (Google): Communications Strategist
- University of Virginia: Senior Advisor to President Jim Ryan
In addition to his advisory role at Fenway, O'Connor is the founder of Apostrophe Communications, where he helps leaders articulate their narratives effectively. He resides in Charlottesville, Virginia, with his family.12