Kathleen O’Dell  

Kathleen is a Principal with Deloitte's Government & Public Services team and leads the International Development practice, which includes work with the U.S. Agency for International Development, Millennium Challenge Corporation, U.S. Export-Import Bank, and United Nations, among others. Kathleen also serves as Deloitte’s Global leader for International Affairs & Development, which includes work with a large number of ministries of foreign affairs and donors around the world.

A certified Renewable Energy Professional and Carbon Reduction Manager, Kathleen has more than 20 years of experience in private sector engagement, energy sector reform, and climate change. She is an author and presenter on topics including climate and decarbonization, women in international development, and smart and inclusive cities.

Kathleen currently sits on the board of the US Global Leadership Coalition as well as on the Executive Advisory Board of Professional Services Council’s Council of International Development Companies. In 2021, Kathleen completed her 6-year tenure as Board Member and International Committee Chair of the Association of Energy Engineer’s Council on Women in Energy & Environmental Leadership, during which time she built momentum for the advancement of women in energy and environmental careers globally.