Edel O'sullivan
About Edel O'sullivan
Edel O'Sullivan serves as the Chief Commercial Officer at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, a position she has held since 2021. With a background in consulting and manufacturing, she previously worked at Bain & Company for 14 years and has a strong educational foundation in Chemical Engineering and Business Administration.
Current Role at Harley-Davidson
Edel O'Sullivan serves as the Chief Commercial Officer at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the company's commercial strategies and initiatives, focusing on enhancing the brand's market presence and driving sales growth. Her leadership is integral to the company's efforts in adapting to the evolving motorcycle market.
Previous Experience at Bain & Company
Before joining Harley-Davidson, Edel O'Sullivan worked at Bain & Company for 14 years, from 2007 to 2021, in Washington DC. As a Partner, she played a key role in leading significant organizational transformations. Her focus during this time included advanced manufacturing, retail, and organizational strategy, contributing to the firm's reputation in consulting excellence.
Educational Background
Edel O'Sullivan holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering from Universidad Simón Bolívar, where she studied from 1997 to 2003. She furthered her education by earning a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Harvard Business School, completing her studies from 2005 to 2007. This educational foundation supports her expertise in both engineering and business management.
Early Career at Procter & Gamble
Edel O'Sullivan began her career at Procter & Gamble, where she worked in Financial Planning and Analysis from 2002 to 2005 in Caracas, Venezuela. This early experience provided her with a strong foundation in financial management and strategic planning, which she later applied in her consulting and leadership roles.
Industry Experience and Expertise
Edel O'Sullivan has extensive experience in both the consulting and manufacturing industries. Her background encompasses significant roles in organizational transformation and strategic planning, equipping her with a diverse skill set that is applicable across various business sectors.