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Kathleen Tynan McLaughlin

Kathleen Tynan McLaughlin, Chief Operating Officer, is a founding member and corporate officer of Downey McGrath Group, Inc.  She directs the operations of the firm and oversees all administrative, legal and financial aspects of the business.

Kathy worked for then- Congressman Tom Downey on Capitol Hill for thirteen years in a variety of capacities including Chief of Staff and Campaign Manager.  As Chief of Staff for four years, 

she was directly responsible for implementing the Congressman's legislative and political program and coordinating the work of two office staffs and two Subcommittee staffs.

Kathy, who holds an M.A. from the State University of New York, has specialized in developing grassroots communications and direct mail campaigns.  Her responsibility as campaign manager in three Congressional campaigns has given her a strong command of public opinion research and its interpretation.  She has been involved in public education and political action campaigns dealing with taxes, the Federal budget, health care, nuclear power and arms control.

Kathy McLaughlin's thirteen years of experience on Capitol Hill afford her a wide network of relationships, a sound understanding of the components of a successful advocacy effort, and a strong administrative and management record.
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