Owen P.

About Owen P.

Results-driven business development executive with 15+ years of experience scaling revenue, forging strategic partnerships, and leading high-impact initiatives across global markets. Known for quickly mastering new sectors and complex subject matter to develop innovative solutions and growth strategies.My expertise includes- Building and scaling multi-million dollar pipelines- Leading cross-functional teams to secure multi-million dollar contracts, grants, and partnerships- Implementing AI-enhanced processes that drive efficiency and sustainable growth- Developing and managing complex multi-stakeholder partnerships- Turning around underperforming program operations and implementing systems for long-term successI thrive in environments that demand versatility, intellectual curiosity, and strategic thinking and enjoy leveraging my ability to connect dots across disciplines to create unique solutions to complex challenges.Currently exploring opportunities at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and social impact, particularly with forward-thinking organizations in climate tech, AI/technology, and purpose-driven enterprises.

Experience

1. Director of Business Development Strategy

   Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP

   Jan 2026 — Present · Washington, DC, US

   I lead a team of nine business development professionals supporting Pillsbury\'s regulatory, real estate, and global sourcing & technology transactions business units. Working closely with the Chief Strategy Officer and Global Business Leaders, I partner with practice group leaders to develop growth plans and revenue strategies that drive client demand.I contribute to high-stakes new business pursuits, including development of proposals and presentations and preparation for pitch meetings, and collaborate with strategy and marketing teams across the firm on key initiatives—including thought leadership campaigns, impact events, and co-marketing relationships—that strengthen Pillsbury\'s market positioning and leverage our global reach and integrated practice offerings.

Education

• Springboard

  UX/UI Design

  2019 — 2020

• McGill University

  BA, History & Anthropology

• General Assembly

  Product Management

  2020 — 2020

• Designlab

  User Experience Design

  2019 — 2019

• The George Washington University

  MA, International Affairs

Skills

• International Development
• Capacity Building
• International Relations
• Policy Analysis
• Program Evaluation
• Economic Development
• Public/Private Partnerships
• Proposal Writing
• Program Management
• International Project Management
• Non-Profits
• Grants
• Project Management
• Analysis
• Strategy
• Africa
• Management
• Nonprofits
• Ngos
• Fundraising
• Non-Governmental Organizations (Ngos)
• Public-Private Partnerships