John Odom

Editorial Summary

(from candidate's website) John Odom is a native of Scotland County (Wagram, NC) where his father served for 28 years as the chief deputy sheriff. His mother was a Democrat legislator in the North Carolina General Assembly. John is married to Hoke County native Linda Calligan. The Odom’s reside in Raleigh. They have two children and two grandchildren. He is a widely respected small business owner and leader with over 34 years experience in running successful business enterprises. He currently owns three Meineke Muffler franchises in the Raleigh area. Odom also serves as executive director of the Greater Raleigh Merchants Association, which he has led for the past 15 years. Date of Birth: December 13, 1946 Birthplace: Bennettsville, SC - Now lives in Raleigh, NC Education: Graduated Oak Ridge Military College 1966, Richmond Technical Insitute 1971. Military Service: U.S. military 1967 to 1969 Vietnam Veteran, received Purple Heart for wounds during battle. Spouse: Linda Children: Son, Robert; daughter, Lee Ann Professional Career Executive director of the Greater Raleigh Merchants Association and owner of three Meineke Discount Mufflers shops. In 1993, Odom was first elected to the Raleigh City Council in District B, which covers the northeastern part of the city. Odom served five terms, including stints as deputy mayor and mayor pro-tem. In those positions, he was known for having an easygoing manner and willingness to work with other members of the City Council.