Tom McFadden

Business developer and producer who engaged businesses and community members in support of the growth, development and enhancement of Oregon's film, television and interactive production industry. Managed successful communications campaigns in support of increasing the size of Oregon's film incentive program. OMPA Executive Director who organized Oregon industry efforts to increase production recruited to Oregon from $40 million in 2007 to $135 million in 2015, and supported Oregon low-budget independent filmmakers, post-production houses and video game producers to benefit from Oregon incentive programs. Further in support of Oregon-based business development, organized committees to program and produce multiple conferences on financing, distributing and marketing independent media projects. Developed profitable e-commerce website SourceOregon.com which allows advertisers and other qualified industry members to connect with those hiring, in combination with a print publication for multi-platform exposure. Produced and raised ratings from negligible to 11 share for the music video TV show "Insomnia", successfully positioning it for syndication in the US and Canada. Additional work includes fund raising and producing events for the Oregon Symphony, Clear Channel (iHeartMedia), Air America Radio and the Oregon Media Production Association (OMPA), including annual meetings, golf tournaments, networking meetings and political forums.