Thomas Mc Dermott
About Thomas Mc Dermott
Thomas McDermott is a People & Operations Executive currently at EverQuote, where he has worked since 2022. He has a diverse background in operations and management, with previous roles at McKinsey & Company, UI LABS, Wayfair, and Amazon.com.
Work at EverQuote
Thomas McDermott currently serves as the People & Operations Executive at EverQuote, a role he has held since 2022. In this position, he focuses on enhancing organizational efficiency and employee engagement. Prior to this role, he was the EVP B2C Sales and General Manager for Life, Health & Medicare Insurance at EverQuote from 2020 to 2022. His work has included the development of processes for executive compensation and equity allocation, aimed at managing equity dilution and operational expenditure.
Previous Experience at McKinsey & Company
Before joining EverQuote, Thomas McDermott worked at McKinsey & Company as a Senior Engagement Manager in the Operations Practice from 2008 to 2016. During his eight years in the Greater Chicago Area, he contributed to various operational strategies and initiatives that enhanced client engagement and operational efficiency.
Background in Education
Thomas McDermott has a diverse educational background. He studied Ocean Engineering at the United States Naval Academy, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree. He later pursued an MBA at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management. Additionally, he participated in an MBA exchange program at the China Europe International Business School (CEIBS), focusing on International Business.
Leadership Roles at UI LABS and Wayfair
Thomas McDermott held the position of Chief Program Officer and Executive Director at UI LABS from 2016 to 2018 in Chicago, IL. Following this, he worked at Wayfair as the General Manager of Supply Chain from 2018 to 2020 in the Greater Boston Area. At Wayfair, he implemented a strategic shift in HR, emphasizing analytics and ROI-based decision-making.
Talent Management and Operational Strategy
Throughout his career, Thomas McDermott has designed and implemented talent management processes aimed at identifying, developing, and retaining critical talent within organizations. He has successfully converted company strategies into human capital management processes, which have significantly reduced operational expenses without impacting revenue.