Chairman Tom Wheeler

Tom Wheeler is an American businessman and former government official who served as the Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) from 2013 to 2017. Appointed by President Barack Obama, he played a significant role in shaping policies related to telecommunications and broadband internet access. Wheeler is best known for advocating net neutrality, ensuring that internet service providers treat all data equally without favoring certain websites or services. His tenure also involved addressing the challenges of modernizing communication infrastructure and promoting greater competition in the telecommunications industry. After leaving the FCC, he has remained influential in discussions about technology and regulation.