OUR TEAM

Independent thinking. Practical guidance. Meaningful impact.

The Oasis Group is a research, consulting, and education firm serving wealth management leaders. We provide the independent insights and real-world guidance you need to make smarter decisions and create lasting value.

JOHN O'CONNELL

John founded The Oasis Group in 2019 with a belief that wealth management firms deserve independent, objective insights to drive better outcomes.

With more than two decades of experience as a consultant, researcher, and educator, John is a trusted advisor to firm leaders navigating change and accelerating growth.

He is frequently cited in leading financial publications and a sought-after speaker at industry conferences.

ALEX SAUICKIE

A seasoned executive with extensive experience building successful FinTech companies, Alex brings deep expertise across SaaS and enterprise software.

NATHANIEL HETTRICK

Nathaniel has been with The Oasis Group since 2023 and serves as a Senior Consultant specializing in AI adoption, workflow optimization, and strategic technology advisory.

DYLAN ANGNER

Dylan is The Oasis Group’s Marketing Specialist, managing social media and email campaigns as well as webinar and newsletter production.

SUZANNE O'CONNELL

Suzanne co-founded The Oasis Group in 2019 and oversees the firm’s back-office operations, strategic planning, and business development.

TIM O'CONNELL

A retired NYPD Sergeant, Tim brings extensive leadership experience in information and cybersecurity, including serving as Commanding Officer of the NYPD Computer Crime Squad’s Forensic Lab.

TOM BUDNAR

Tom is a seasoned executive with more than 19 years of experience at Oracle, where he led consulting initiatives across the public and private sectors throughout North America.