Richard O'Neill

Richard O'Neill has extensive experience in association management and strategic operations, currently serving as Chief of Staff at the Association of Dental Support Organizations since February 2023, where responsibilities include managing deliverables and team coordination. In addition, Richard has been an Operations Director at the Sorptive Minerals Institute since December 2015, providing support in content programming and regulatory engagement, and previously held the position of Executive Director at GridWise Alliance, overseeing strategic activities and key industry products. Richard also has a background in membership management as the Operations Director for the U.S. Energy Storage Association and has worked in sales and service roles at AvalonBay Communities. Richard holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mass Communication/Media Studies from Towson University.