Beyond the Curve - Transitioning Back to the Office

Jackie is the Chief Marketing + Innovation Officer at Morales Group.  Jackie oversees Marketing, Innovation and Workforce Development. Her creative insight and marketing expertise have helped grow the organization’s client list and community connections.

Jackie’s deep commitment to the Latino community inspired her to take on many roles.  She spends summers mentoring and leading workshops at Project Stepping Stone, a program that helps Indiana Hispanic high school students prepare for college and beyond. In 2017, Jackie joined the EDGE Mentoring board, a whole-person mentoring program that connects multi-generations seeking guidance in life and careers.  

Jackie earned her Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Indiana University Bloomington, and completed her MBA from the University of Notre Dame. At home, Jackie loves spending time hiking with her husband, Seth, and their two sons, Sebastián (Sebby) and Mateo.

Mike O’Donnell is the Chief Operating Officer at Cunningham Restaurant Group, where he leads the overall operations of 14 Concept Brands and 33 Restaurant locations across Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky.  A native of Chicago, Mike graduated from the Loyola School of Business with a degree in Accounting.  He currently resides in Carmel, Indiana.

With an extensive background in restaurant management, Mike joined Cunningham Restaurant Group in 2009.  His background includes experience with brands such as Outback Steakhouse, Champps Americana’s and Ruth’s Chris. Currently, Mike also serves on the board of the Indiana Restaurant & Lodging Association (INRLA.)

In his free time, Mike enjoys playing golf and spending time with his wife Lynne, son Michael, and daughter Izzy.