Kevin Oconnell

About Kevin Oconnell

Innovative and results-driven leader with a proven track record of transforming vision into reality. I have spearheaded transformative initiatives that fuel market expansion, revenue growth, and organizational excellence for the companies I have worked for and for the clients I have consulted. With a record of accomplishment of pioneering strategic partnerships, securing contracts, and driving multimillion-dollar businesses to success, I bring a unique blend of vision and operational expertise. I have a passion for pioneering initiatives and driving organizational growth. Throughout my career, I have successfully created and led high-performing teams, developed and implemented strategic plans, and forged key partnerships with industry leaders.C-Level Executive Leadership:As the CEO of FYN Creative, I\'ve spearheaded an unparalleled era of success, propelling the company and our clients to new heights. I have orchestrated 245% company growth over three years for FYN Creative, exceeding market expectations. I have successfully consulted and coached clients on obtaining average funding totaling $250K-$1M+ through effective grant writing, fundraising, financial stewardship, and digital marketing campaigns. I have also consulted nonprofit executive directors and board of directors on leading organizational growth by strategically expanding programs, resulting in an average 40% increase in outreach and service delivery over two years.Leadership & Strategic Vision:As an Executive Director of Career Development, I founded and led The Niche Movement, achieving 5-10% YOY growth. My strategic thinking and execution led to securing $10K in seed funding, launching successful Kickstarter campaigns, and establishing crucial partnerships with major corporations, including HBO, Lily, PBS, and ACPA.Other Nonprofit Leadership:As a leader at Rutgers University and Centenary University, I showcased my strategic leadership abilities by initiating and developing new departments, managing large budgets, and leading successful fundraising campaigns. I was recognized for initiating and successfully developing a new department, starting with no foundation, zero staff, budget, or resources. Within two years, I built a team of 20 digital media members, secured a $300K annual marketing budget, and acquired a fully equipped office suite.I am passionate about leading teams, organizations, and executive leadership to success, fostering innovation, and contributing to the broader community. Let\'s connect to explore opportunities for collaboration and growth.

Experience

1. Executive Director Nacs Foundation

   Nacs

   Jul 2024 — Present · Alexandria, VA, US

Education

• Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management

  Finance for Executives

• Centenary University

  Master of Arts - MA, Organizational Leadership

• Fairleigh Dickinson University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Marketing

• Georgetown University McCourt School of Public Policy

  Nonprofit Executive Certificate, Nonprofit Management Executive Certificate Program

Skills

• Event Planning
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Digital Photography
• Fundraising
• Marketing Strategy
• Videography
• Market Research
• Sports Management
• Photoshop
• Slide Decks
• Leadership
• Event Management
• Blogging
• Student Development
• Research
• Public Relations
• Final Cut Pro
• Marketing
• Training
• Public Speaking
• Teaching
• Time Management
• Student Affairs
• Social Media
• Higher Education
• Mentoring
• Press Releases
• Digital Media