Redemption Project

As of the Redemption is dedicated to eliminating recidivism through education, mentorship, and employment.  They are active in many locations, including Faribault.  Odell is the Vice President and COO, responsible for the implementation of the organization's operational plan, management of the organization, and leads communication efforts with corrections facilities and other nonprofit

After graduating with Bachelor's and Master's Degrees from Penn State University, Odell was employed as a rehabilitation consultant with Sevdy and Locket Rehabilitation Service from 1991 to 1993 and went on to become a Vocational and Educational Counselor at the Amherst H. Wilder Foundation from 1993 to 1997. Odell recently worked as a Supervisory Federal Probation and Pretrial Service Officer until his recent retirement after 27 years of service.