Our Staff

James R. O'Donnell - Principal and Chief Creative Director

James O’Donnell has a long history of creating environments for maximum performance. With over 23 years in the Facility Management Industry, he has serviced clients throughout the United States, providing design and logistics management solutions that give companies that distinctive edge. Working for clients with 50 members to over 15,000, O’Donnell is equipped to handle any project from inception
to completion. His skills in project management, monitoring, reporting, schematic design and quality control bring clients that essential mix of practicality and design flair.

Prior to his work with Optimum, O'Donnell worked for corporations such as MeadWestvaco and Design Forum, giving him the depth of experience and knowledge to effectively understand corporate needs
and the realm of facility design.

At Optimum, O'Donnell leads his team in the development of innovative design, allocation of space, seamless move management and performing what seems to be impossible. His individual success has helped grow Optimum into a recognized resource for all aspects of facility planning and management resources.

Marie O’Donnell - Treasurer

Marie O’Donnell immediately supported her husband’s decision to start Optimum, Inc. as she, too,
realized the need for a service such as Optimum’s. Her ever-growing knowledge and involvement has helped make Jim O’Donnell’s dream a reality. Marie has undertaken a very important role in the development of Optimum, Inc. alongside her husband. As Treasurer of the company, her role in day-
to-day activity and continued support has provided great success. Her impeccable skills and history in
the travel industry have given Optimum, Inc. the much-needed support in scheduling projects.

Amy Powell - Executive Director

Amy Powell joined the Optimum team in 2003 as Executive Director. Powell came from a background in Criminal Justice, initiating a career change, when joining Optimum, Inc. She found the philosophy behind this service incomparable to any other company. Powell has a great passion in providing service and organization. She not only maintains daily responsibilities within the office, but also assists the Optimum team in Project Management and Design. Powell works very closely with Jim O’Donnell to ensure that every step of the project management process is met and maintains a clear line of communication among the clients and the project management team.

Project Management Team

Optimum has Project Managers who will be on site throughout all phases of the project. The Project Manager assigned to each project is responsible for meeting timelines and specifications, which were outlined during the planning process. Each Project Manager works directly with the Executive Director and the client, ensuring a seamless and successful project. Project Managers are responsible for overseeing the construction, procurement of furniture, delivery of furniture, installation, relocation, “punch-list” items and clean out.

Included in Optimum’s Project Management Team is the Installation Manager. The Installation Manager is responsible for procuring the Installation Team and managing that team from the start of the installation through its completion. The Installation Manager works directly with the Executive Director and Project Manager to ensure all furniture specifications are met and the installation is successfully completed.