Tricia Mueller is the Founder and CEO of Groundwork Strategies, where she leads clients in shaping political strategy, developing issue advocacy and public affairs campaigns, and fostering stakeholder engagement. With deep expertise as a labor liaison, Tricia bridges the gap between businesses and labor unions, helping both sides navigate the complex landscape of labor relations.

Tricia has been repeatedly identified by the media as one of the best-connected and most powerful influencers in politics. She is a leading voice on labor issues and women’s issues and her experiences give her keen insight into the construction industry and markets which she brings to bear for clients. She is a member of the American Association of Political Consultants and previously served as Vice-Chair of the National Board of Directors for the New Leader’s Council and PAC Board Member for Planned Parenthood NJ.

Tricia is the former long-standing political director for the carpenters union. She rose to the title of National Political Director for the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners in America and was state director for Obama for America. Tricia has run successful candidate campaigns and independent expenditure operations throughout the country.

Tricia is a graduate of The College of New Jersey. She and her daughter live in New Jersey.