Jess O'Connor

Jess O'Connor has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Most recently, in 2022, they served as the Director of Insights and Strategy Operations at Chadwick Martin Bailey (CMB). Prior to that, Jess worked as an Independent Contractor in 2021. Jess also worked as a Real Estate Salesperson at Carmen Miller - Miller Realty Group from 2018 to the present. Before that, they held the position of Director of Research and Consulting at Market Strategies International from 2017 to 2018.

From 2014 to 2017, Jess worked at Nielsen as the Manager of Project Development. In this role, they were responsible for end-to-end project management of primary market research projects in the pharmaceutical and medical device space. Jess handled research design, execution, analysis, and delivery of insights, as well as project budget and timeline management.

Prior to Nielsen, Jess worked at Harris Interactive Inc. from 2004 to 2014, holding various roles including Research Director, Research Manager, and Research Associate. In these positions, they led teams, managed staff utilization metrics, wrote proposals, and delivered client presentations.

Earlier in their career, Jess worked as a Teaching Assistant and TA Mentor at Western Michigan University from 2001 to 2003. Jess also served as a Team Leader at FleetBoston Financial (Bank of America) from 1999 to 2000.

Overall, Jess O'Connor has extensive experience in research, strategy, project management, real estate, and leadership.

Jess O'Connor has a Bachelor's degree from SUNY Geneseo and a Master's degree from Western Michigan University. They also have certifications as a Real Estate Broker/Sales Agent from the NC Real Estate Commission and the SC Real Estate Commission.