Liam O'keefe
About Liam O'keefe
Liam O'Keefe serves as the Practice Leader for Disaster Operations and Crisis Management at Hagerty Consulting, where he has worked since 2012. He has extensive experience in emergency management, including significant roles in the COVID-19 response and overseeing recovery efforts for major disasters such as Hurricane Sandy and the 2018 California wildfires.
Work at Hagerty
Liam O'Keefe currently serves as the Practice Leader for Disaster Operations and Crisis Management at Hagerty Consulting. He has held this position since 2012, contributing over a decade of expertise in managing disaster response initiatives. His role involves overseeing operations and leading projects that address complex crisis situations. O'Keefe has been involved in managing highly sensitive projects and special operations, demonstrating a commitment to effective crisis management strategies.
Previous Experience in Emergency Management
Before joining Hagerty Consulting, Liam O'Keefe held several significant positions in emergency management. He worked as an Emergency Preparedness Specialist at the NYC Office of Emergency Management from 2001 to 2003. Following that, he served as the Director of Emergency Management at the Philadelphia Office of Emergency Management from 2010 to 2012. Additionally, he was the Assistant Managing Director (Deputy Director of Emergency Management) at the same office from 2007 to 2010. These roles provided him with a solid foundation in emergency response and preparedness.
Education and Expertise
Liam O'Keefe earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the College of the Holy Cross, where he studied from 1997 to 2001. His educational background in psychology complements his extensive experience in disaster operations and crisis management, equipping him with valuable insights into human behavior during emergencies. This combination of education and practical experience informs his approach to managing disaster response efforts.
Key Projects and Initiatives
O'Keefe has led significant projects in disaster response, including the management of the State of California's response and recovery efforts for the 2018 wildfires. He also oversees operations related to the City of New York's approximately $15 billion recovery from Hurricane Sandy. These projects highlight his capability in handling large-scale emergency management initiatives and coordinating recovery efforts in complex situations.