Dave O'Connell

Dave O'Connell is a seasoned professional in the field of economics and regulatory management, currently serving as Senior Manager of Strategy, Economics, and Research at ComReg since January 2017. O'Connell leads a team focused on long-term strategic planning while previously holding the position of Market Analysis Manager, where responsibilities included analyzing telecommunications markets and setting regulatory obligations. Prior to ComReg, O'Connell worked at the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission as Head of Investigation, leading complex investigations into competition law breaches, and at the Competition Authority as an Economist, focusing on competition advocacy. O'Connell's early career included a role as a Regulatory and Compliance Analyst at Bord Gáis Energy. O'Connell holds multiple degrees, including a Master of Science in Industrial Economics and a Postgraduate Diploma in EU Competition Law, along with various management qualifications.