Megan O'neill
About Megan O'neill
Megan O'Neill serves as the Business Engagement Lead for the Platform for Global Public Goods at the World Economic Forum, where she engages with around 200 companies to promote sustainable development initiatives. She has extensive experience in partner engagement and communications, having held various roles at the World Economic Forum and other organizations since 2007.
Current Role at Platform For Global Public Goods
Megan O'Neill serves as the Business Engagement Lead at the Platform for Global Public Goods, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she facilitates engagement with approximately 200 companies. Her focus is on multi-stakeholder global platforms and initiatives that aim to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. O'Neill's work involves collaboration across various sectors to promote sustainable practices.
Previous Experience at World Economic Forum
Megan O'Neill has extensive experience at the World Economic Forum, where she held multiple roles from 2011 to 2019. She started as a Team Coordinator in the Investors Industries sector, progressing to Senior Team Coordinator and later to Partner Engagement Specialist for Investors Industries. O'Neill also served as Partner Engagement Lead for Financial Institutions, where she contributed to strategic partnerships and engagement initiatives.
Early Career and Development Roles
Before her tenure at the World Economic Forum, Megan O'Neill worked in various development and communications roles. She was a Development and Communications Associate at the Michigan Women's Foundation in 2011. Earlier, she served as a Fundraising Assistant at Defence for Children International in 2009 and worked in corporate communications and philanthropy at Jackson from 2009 to 2010.
Educational Background
Megan O'Neill studied at Michigan State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. Her studies included Journalism and International Studies, completed from 2006 to 2010. This educational background has equipped her with skills relevant to her roles in communications and engagement within the global development sector.
Specializations and Focus Areas
Megan O'Neill specializes in several key areas, including climate change, circular economy, sustainable markets, and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) impact investing. Her expertise supports her work in driving initiatives that align with sustainability and responsible investment practices, contributing to broader global goals.