Charles Halloran, J.D.

Charles Halloran is a trusted C-Suite executive, campaign advisor, and business partner with over three decades of experience building profitable business enterprises, turning around campaigns and organizations in crisis, achieving public policy outcomes, and winning political campaigns. A respected problem solver with a unique set of communications, policy, and political skills who has run challenging organizations ranging in size from large trade associations to new venture startups. Charles provides expert consulting in public affairs, communications, and governmental relationships, particularly for fintech and financial services industries. His approach is highly sought after, especially for revitalizing distressed startups. Previously, as the Chief Operating Officer at the Community Financial Services Association of America, he spearheaded operations and strategic visions that significantly bolstered the association’s standing within consumer lending sectors.

Charles's extensive experience also spans pivotal roles in political campaign management and advisory, where he orchestrated multiple successful congressional campaigns and significant fundraising initiatives. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) recruited Charles to direct turnaround efforts on several tough campaigns, delivering six victories. Before that, he was Congressman Tim Mahoney's (D-FL) chief of staff. He served the Democratic National Committee by directing surrogate operations. 

His early career contributions include co-founding Centennial Communications Company in Atlanta and establishing a special projects division at Hill + Knowlton Strategies in New York. He earned degrees from Emory University and the University of Louisville Louis D. Brandeis School of Law. He is active in the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels. He and his wife live in Anne Arundel County, Maryland.