Founded in 1993, O’Connell Group, LLC is a leader in executive search in the consumer marketing and market research disciplines. We are national in scope, placing candidates in positions from entry level through senior management. Our clients range from the largest multibillion dollar conglomerates to venture-backed or privately-held entrepreneurial firms. We are deeply committed to establishing and maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and service, and focused on building long-term relationships with both clients and candidates.We partner to build strong, lasting relationships with professionals on both sides of the hiring equation – those who hire and those considering new roles. As a trusted advisor, we provide counsel, expertise and guidance, so companies and candidates make the best decisions. We pride ourselves in not just filling jobs, but in building careers and companies.Specialties: Consumer Packaged Goods, Durables, Financial Services, Healthcare, High Tech, Internet/Digital, Restaurant and Hospitality, Retail, Travel and Entertainment

Responsible for all company marketing initiatives for $1.6M company focusing growth by driving sales through company's franchise stores and direct-to-consumer website.

Brand Manager, SupplyWorksDirected marketing for MRO portion of SupplyWorks, a $800M portfolio of brands focused on B2B sales to commercial and institutional building customers.Brand Manager, Barnett, Hardware Express, & US LockLed all marketing initiatives for $200M portfolio of brands focused on B2B sales to independent service contractors including plumbers, electricians, locksmiths, and independent retailers.

Influenced $55M portion of the foodservice potato brand portfolio with brands primarily focused on Non-Commercial foodservice segments, including K-12 Schools, College & University, Healthcare and Business & Industry.

Brand Manager, Swiss Miss CocoaManaged $110M business including achievement of all plan goals, overall brand margin improvement, and development of long term growth strategy.Brand Manager, Banquet Homestyle BakesManaged $51M shelf stable segment of Banquet brand including execution of line extensions and maintenance of distribution despite planned losses.Associate Brand Manager, Wesson Oil Managed $253M business. Identified and implemented strategic opportunity leveraging healthy attributes, developed brand's first A&P programming in 10 years.Associate Brand Manager, Brown 'N Serve Assisted on $81M business, including new flavor launches, new product recommendations and label enhancements

Managed Mrs. Dash Seasoning Blends and Baker's Joy cooking spray through development of consumer initiatives, targeted marketing, and print, radio and television executions.

Managed Dos Equis Mexican beer business through efforts focused on advertising (TV, radio and outdoor), consumer promotions, long range flavor strategy development, packaging, and pricing analysis.

Led regional grassroots marketing team in Boston and New England resort markets developing and implementing marketing plans focused on new product placement, account relations and consumer promotions.