Bill has extensive experience in all facets of executive search and career consulting and brings deep expertise to Carlyle’s Life Sciences and Healthcare Practice, where he specializes in medical devices, diagnostics and equipment.
Bill O’Callaghan’s substantial experience includes placement of executives and managers in a wide range of functions and leadership roles for companies ranging from VC-backed start-ups to the Fortune 100.
Prior to joining Carlyle Group, Bill worked for a major executive search firm in its life sciences and healthcare practice. During his substantial career in executive search, he opened new offices in major cities (Boston and Atlanta) and has been responsible for improved client retention, as well as refining the executive search process. Early in his career, Bill was with the largest retail career consulting firm in the world and there was recognized for exceptional performance and leadership.
Bill has a BA in economics from Rutgers University and completed graduate-level business courses at the University of Delaware. He enjoys speaking with college students about the job market and expectations as they begin their careers.