Michael Odea

Michael ODea is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in consulting and advisory roles, primarily in the financial services and technology sectors. Currently serving as a Senior Client Advisor at Enterprise Ireland since November 2016, Michael specializes in supporting early-stage technology start-ups, particularly in VR/AR, mobile, SaaS, and FinTech, by helping them secure seed capital and develop scalable business models. Prior to this, Michael held various senior positions at EY, focusing on investigations of banking practices, transformation programs for major financial entities, and enterprise design functions. Michael's earlier career includes significant roles at Accenture, where contributions spanned the banking sector, public sector IT integration projects, and customer service. Michael holds a Master’s degree in Public Policy and Management from The London School of Economics and Political Science, a Bachelor's degree in History and Political Science from Trinity College Dublin, and has foundational education in Law from Dublin Business School.