Thomas McPheron

Thomas McPheron possesses extensive experience in public relations, communications, and media relations, with a focus on promoting health messaging and fundraising efforts. Currently serving as Manager of PR and Communications at the American Academy of Pediatrics since June 2015, Thomas oversees media and social media campaigns to enhance pediatricians' visibility. Previous roles include Director of Communications at Opportunity International and various positions in public relations, writing, and filmmaking at organizations such as the Chicago Creative, American Veterinary Medical Association, and The Elks Magazine. Thomas's journalism roots involve significant contributions to the Chicago Reader and Escape Magazine, among others. Thomas holds two Bachelor's degrees in English and Mass Communications-Journalism from Illinois State University.