John M. Oppermann leads Odyssey’s research and scientific teams in overseeing and expanding the company’s diverse mineral resource portfolio. In collaboration with internal departments and external consultants, he manages efforts to identify strategic subsea resources, advise on environmental issues and mitigation strategies, and coordinate the technical and regulatory components required to secure mineral rights in multiple jurisdictions.

As Odyssey transitioned to subsea mineral resource exploration, Mr. Oppermann helped launch and lead the company’s Global Prospectivity Program, developed proprietary resource assessment models, and established its Blue Economy Services and Technology initiative. These programs have played a critical role in validating and expanding Odyssey’s portfolio of qualified projects. He also oversees the preparation and submission of Environmental Impact Assessments and Environmental Impact Statements for projects around the world.

Mr. Oppermann joined Odyssey in 2005 as Director of Archaeology, Research, and Conservation. During the company’s shipwreck exploration era, he developed Odyssey’s methodology for research and target selection, resulting in an extensive proprietary database that led to some of the most significant shipwreck discoveries in history. He also directed the archaeological, publications, and conservation teams, setting industry standards through rigorous documentation and public exhibitions.

Prior to joining Odyssey, Mr. Oppermann held leadership roles in the telecommunications and nonprofit sectors, serving as Executive Co-Director for ProNet Polk, Senior Director of Internet Services Delivery Operations for WorldCom Group, and Director of Operations Improvement at VoiceStream Wireless Corporation and Nextel. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and an MBA in corporate finance from Pace University.