Rachel Thomas

Rachel Thomas is an experienced communications professional currently serving as the Senior Communications Advisor at the White House.1 In this role, she leads government-wide efforts to communicate the impact of President Biden's legislative accomplishments, including the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the Inflation Reduction Act, the CHIPS and Science Act, and the American Rescue Plan.1

Career Highlights

White House Role: As Senior Communications Advisor, Thomas is responsible for:

• Developing and managing comprehensive communications plans for top White House priorities
• Advising senior White House and Cabinet officials on media and communications strategies
• Leading communications efforts to highlight the Biden administration's impact on everyday Americans13

Previous Experience: Before joining the White House, Thomas held several notable positions:

• Acting Assistant Secretary for Communications and Outreach at the U.S. Department of Education
• Senior communications leader at EMILY's List
• Roles in the Small Business Administration during the Obama Administration
• Experience in Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe's office1

Political Campaigns: Thomas has also worked on high-profile political campaigns:

• Deputy Communications Director for Pete Buttigieg's presidential campaign
• Deputy Communications Director for Beto O'Rourke's presidential campaign1

Education and Expertise

Thomas graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a degree in Communication and Public Service.1 She has extensive experience in:

• On-the-record communications
• Crisis communications
• Strategic communications
• Working with nonprofits1

As of October 2024, Rachel Thomas's salary as a Senior Communications Advisor at the White House is $185,824.2