Shawn O'Leary

Shawn O'Leary is a seasoned finance professional currently serving as Senior Vice President & Portfolio Manager at First Trust since April 2024. Prior experience includes a tenure at Nuveen from January 2009 to April 2024 as Managing Director & Portfolio Manager, and roles at Moody's Investors Service as Assistant Vice President for the U.S. Public Infrastructure Team from February 2005 to December 2008, and as a Consultant at HVS Convention, Sports & Entertainment Facilities Consulting from January 2003 to January 2005. Shawn began a career in journalism as a Reporter for Bangor Daily News between 1999 and 2001. Academic qualifications include a Master of Public Policy in Public Finance from the University of Chicago and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Bates College.