John R. Witherspoon
John Witherspoon brings more than two decades of financial leadership to the Board. He is a Managing Director in Citigroup’s Real Estate Investment Banking division, where he oversees major transactions, capital raises, and mergers and acquisitions.
Before joining Citigroup, John spent 23 years at JPMorgan Chase & Co., advancing from analyst to Managing Director within the investment banking sector.
A graduate of the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, John is based in New York City. His background in complex financial markets and organizational growth will provide valuable governance and oversight as Odyssey House continues to expand its behavioral health and housing programs.
It is the mission of Odyssey House:
To provide comprehensive and innovative services to the broadest range of metro New York’s population who:
- Abuse drugs
- Abuse alcohol
- Suffer from mental illness
To provide high quality, holistic treatment impacting all major life spheres: psychological, physical, social, family, educational, and spiritual.
To support personal rehabilitation, renewal, and family restoration.
In all of its activities, Odyssey House undertakes to act as a responsible employer and member of the community, and manage the assets of the organization in a professional manner.
Run for Your Life 2026
CELEBRATE RECOVERY DAY IN NYC! Saturday, September 26, 2026 Please join Odyssey House in commemorating the 21st Anniversary of our Run for Your Life 5K Run and Recovery Walk! Enjoy the natural splendor of Randall's Island Park on a 5K course featuring urban gardens...