Tom McMahon

Who is Tom McMahon?

Tom McMahon has over 18 years of experience in Democratic Party politics providing strategic advice, managing campaigns, overseeing successful fundraising operations, and training Democratic candidates at the federal, state, and local level.

From 2005 to 2009, McMahon served as Executive Director of the Democratic National Committee. McMahon was a key player in, and defender of, the DNC's creation of its initially controversial "50 state strategy". The plan was eventually credited with helping to secure Democratic elections victories in 2006 at both the state and local levels and again in 2008, including laying the groundwork for President Obama's win.

McMahon has been involved in several high-profile decisions and controversies involving the DNC in recent years. These include the conflicts over 2008 Democratic presidential primary debate scheduling and over prominent Democratic complaints about the content of ABC's Path to 9/11 television program.

During his time with the DNC, McMahon is credited with helping transform an outdated political infrastructure into vibrant, well functioning state party organizations. In addition, McMahon spearheaded the integration of new and emerging technologies to support party objectives.