Michael O'Looney

Michael O'Looney is a seasoned communications executive with a rich global experience in the financial services industry, having worked with prominent organizations such as Barclays and Merrill Lynch, as well as one of the world's largest hedge funds.

His expertise lies in areas such as crisis management, corporate reputation building, media relations, activist campaigns, and providing strategic counsel to CEOs and senior leadership teams.

In addition to his corporate roles, Michael has also contributed significantly to public service, having managed communications for the NYPD in the aftermath of 9/11 and served as a senior advisor to the Police Commissioner.

With a background as a former correspondent for the CBS Evening News, Michael brings a diverse skill set that has seen him honored with awards like the Distinguished Alumni Medal from Marist College and an induction into the NYPD's prestigious Honor Legion for his role in resolving a critical hostage crisis.

Michael O'Looney's educational background includes studies at Marist College, and he has held key positions such as Partner at Brunswick Group, Head of Communications at Elliott Management Corporation, Managing Director at Barclays, and various communication and reporting roles at organizations like Merrill Lynch, New York City Police Department, CBS Evening News, WCBS Television, NY1 News.