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Jim O'Donnell

Board Member & Advisor, Toonimo
West Palm Beach, Florida,United States
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Jim O'Donnell's Overview

Total Experience21 years
CompanyToonimo
CountryUnited States

Jim O'Donnell (James Joseph O'Donnell) is a distinguished American classical scholar, university administrator, and a pioneer in the field of digital humanities. He is widely recognized for his work on Augustine of Hippo and late antiquity, as well as his advocacy for the use of technology in scholarly research and communication. O'Donnell has held several prominent academic positions, including Provost of Georgetown University and currently serves as the University Librarian at Arizona State University. His career reflects a deep commitment to both traditional humanistic inquiry and the innovative application of digital tools to enhance and disseminate knowledge. He is known for his forward-thinking approach to libraries and scholarly publishing in the digital age.

Professional Summary

Jim O'Donnell's work history includes a series of influential roles in various companies. Here is a detailed list of his professional journey:

Toonimo - Board Member & Advisor (2022 to Present)
Sapience - Advisory Board Member (2022 to Present)
MetLife - Executive Vice President / Chief Information Officer (2017 to 2020)
N8 Identity Inc. - Chief Executive Officer (2008 to 2010)
RBC - Senior Vice President / Chief Technology Officer (2008 to 2010)

Notable Achievements

University Librarian at Arizona State University

Currently leads the Arizona State University Library, spearheading initiatives to transform library services and resources for a major 21st-century research university, emphasizing open access and digital innovation.

Provost of Georgetown University

Served as Provost (2002-2012), the chief academic officer, at Georgetown University, where he oversaw significant academic developments and strategic initiatives.

Pioneer in Digital Humanities

Recognized as an early adopter and influential figure in the digital humanities, actively engaging with online communities and exploring new forms of scholarly communication since the early days of the internet. He was notably involved with the Bryn Mawr Classical Review online.

Author of Significant Scholarly Works

Authored several influential books and articles on late antiquity and Augustine, including 'Augustine: A New Biography' (2005) and commentaries on Augustine's 'Confessions', contributing significantly to classical and medieval studies.

Former President of the American Philological Association

Served as President of the American Philological Association (now the Society for Classical Studies), a leading organization for classical scholars in North America.

Educational Background

Advanced Management Program, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

Harvard University - Year 2017

Computer Systems Technology, Computer Science

Mohawk College - Year 1985

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Company Overview

Toonimo
Total employees25
HeadquartersTel Aviv
Founded2013

Toonimo is a Digital Adoption Platform (DAP) that provides personalized, interactive audio-visual guidance and walkthroughs for web applications. It aims to simplify user onboarding, enhance employee training, improve software adoption, and reduce customer support costs by offering step-by-step assistance directly within an application's interface. This helps users navigate complex processes, complete tasks efficiently, and master new features, ultimately improving productivity and user satisfaction.

Toonimo Funding Information
$7.5M - Total Funding Raised
$5M - Most recent funding amount
3 - Number of funding rounds
1 Mar, 2018 - Latest funding round
Lead Investors:
StageOne Ventures
Kaedan Capital
Elevator Fund

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