Tom Cavaliere is a Senior Associate at AdvanceCT where he works in close cooperation with state, regional and local partners to drive job creation and new capital investment in Connecticut through business attraction, retention and expansion efforts. 

Prior to joining AdvanceCT, Tom focused on international government relations, stakeholder management and new business development in the Office of the Executive Chairman at APCO Worldwide, a global advisory and advocacy communications consultancy headquartered in Washington, D.C. In addition, Tom gained a variety of experience in the public sector, ranging from European embassies and political institutions abroad to U.S. federal agencies, Congressional offices, and campaigns. 

An active member of the community, Tom serves on the Board of Directors of the New Haven Symphony Orchestra and Board of Commissioners of the New Haven Port Authority.

Tom holds a bachelor's degree in International Studies from American University's School of International Service, as well as certifications from Sciences Pos in Paris and the Chinese University of Hong Kong.