Christopher O'Dea

Christopher R. O'Dea is an experienced professional with a diverse background in investment management, strategic communications, and leadership. Currently serving as an adjunct fellow at Hudson Institute and a contributor at National Review, O'Dea also holds the position of contributing editor for Investments & Pensions Real Estate, where analysis focuses on institutional investment in commercial real estate. As managing director of O'Dea & Associates since 2010, O'Dea has specialized in communications counsel and media relations for various high-profile clients. Previous roles include executive vice president at Wanger Investment Management and vice president of international development at both Calamos Investments and Mesirow Financial, where responsibilities included building EU market presence and securing investor relationships. O'Dea is a graduate of Brown University with a BA in History.