John O'Hara

John O'Hara is an accomplished Events and Operations Manager currently at Congregation Emanu-El of the City of New York, with extensive experience as the Owner/Producer of Empowered By...LLC since 2018. O'Hara has successfully produced high-profile events, including a major fundraising initiative for New York Public Schools, generating significant corporate sponsorships and media exposure. Previous roles include Sponsorship and Event Coordinator at Lavelle School for the Blind, where revenue increased by 60%, and Interim Director of Event Operations at MZA Events, overseeing large-scale events across multiple cities. O'Hara's background also includes managing substantial budgets, developing event logistics, and securing sponsorships for various organizations, alongside a solid foundation in education with a BFA from Penn State University.