Holland & Knight announced that Patrick H. O'Connor has joined the firm as Chief Business Development & Marketing Officer (CBDMO).
Mr. O'Connor brings to the firm more than 25 years of experience in business development, marketing, communications and a wide range of complementary management functions, gained through a succession of positions at Hewlett Packard, Iron Mountain and Ernst & Young (EY). During his 18-year career at EY he helped lead the Forensic & Integrity Services Practice, first as Americas markets leader and then as chief operating officer, and was admitted as a principal in 2016. He earned his MBA at Fairfield University.
As Holland & Knight's CBDMO, Mr. O'Connor will oversee the areas of business development, marketing, public relations and communications, including branding, events, awards, surveys, digital and social media, and design and editorial services. He will lead business development and marketing professionals across the firm and will report to Chief Operating Officer Kim Gardner.
"I am confident that Pat's impressive skills in business development and marketing leadership, combined with his proven management capabilities, will add great value to our ongoing core mission of providing exceptional service and value to clients and will enhance the continuing success of the firm," said Ms. Gardner. "We are delighted to welcome him on board."
"Holland & Knight's highly collaborative culture, its dedication to client service, industry leadership and innovation, and its incredibly talented roster of lawyers and other professionals make this new CBDMO role an exciting opportunity," said Mr. O'Connor. "I look forward to working with my new colleagues to strengthen client relationships, build the brand and drive growth."
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