Thomas Graham

Independent Advisor, Media, Communications, and Public Relations

Over a long career as a strategic communications specialist, Thomas Graham has served as an executive media coach to numerous high-profile CEOs. He is the Founder, President and CEO of Crosswind Media & Public Relations and is an accomplished brand architect, crisis-tested media spokesperson and an expert in shaping public opinion and managing complex communications programs.

 

His career highlights include serving on the Executive Board for BBVA Group (now PNC), the world's 9th largest financial institution; Executive VP & Practice Leader Weber Shandwick, and EVP & Practice Leader, Edelman Public Relations, two of the world's largest and most accomplished PR firms. 

 

Additionally, Thomas directed merger and acquisition communications along with brand strategy to introduce BBVA into the United States. He also developed public engagement and communications strategies to win public support for the successful launch of America’s longest toll road, State Highway 130 in Texas. 

Thomas and his wife of 38 years are parents to three children. He is an active supporter and advocate on behalf of survivors of child abuse and domestic violence, and an advisory board member to several healthcare and mental health entities.