Drew Maloney

Drew Maloney
Born	Andrew Kerwin Maloney 3/30/1969
Birthplace	Washington, D.C., United States
Nationality	American
Occupation	Business executive, former government official
Employer	Edison Electric Institute
Known for	President and CEO of Edison Electric Institute
Education	Randolph-Macon College (BA), Catholic University of America (JD)
Spouse(s)	Sabra Klein
Children	2
Awards	Klein-Maloney Fellowship (established in his honor)

Andrew Kerwin "Drew" Maloney (born March 30, 1969) is an American business executive and former government official who serves as president and CEO of the Edison Electric Institute, the trade association representing America's investor-owned electric companies. Throughout his career, Maloney has navigated the intersections of government service, lobbying, and corporate leadership, building expertise in legislative affairs and energy policy that spans both Republican politics and the private sector.

Early Life

Drew Maloney was born on March 30, 1969, in Washington, D.C. Growing up in the nation's capital, he was exposed to the political environment that would later shape his career trajectory.

Education

Maloney attended Randolph-Macon College in Ashland, Virginia, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. After graduation, he worked briefly in the Virginia General Assembly before pursuing legal education. He later attended the Columbus School of Law at Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., where he earned his Juris Doctor degree.

Career

Congressional Staff

Following law school, Maloney began his Washington career serving on the staff of Members of the United States House of Representatives from 1997 to 2002. During this period, he worked for then-House Majority Whip Tom DeLay, gaining experience in congressional operations and legislative strategy.

Lobbying Career

In 2002, Maloney transitioned to the lobbying sector. He eventually became CEO of Ogilvy Government Relations, a prominent Washington lobbying firm, serving in that role from 2002 to 2012. During his tenure at Ogilvy, Maloney built a reputation as an effective advocate for corporate clients navigating federal policy and regulatory issues.

Presidential Campaign Involvement

Maloney played a significant role in Mitt Romney's presidential campaigns, serving as head of Romney's legislative affairs team during both his 2008 and 2012 unsuccessful bids for the presidency. This experience provided him with insight into national political strategy and policy development at the highest levels.

Corporate Executive Role

In December 2012, Maloney joined Hess Corporation as vice president of global government and external affairs. In this role, he managed the energy company's relationships with government entities and stakeholders worldwide, gaining deep expertise in energy policy and regulatory affairs.

Treasury Department Service

In August 2017, Maloney was appointed Assistant Secretary of the Treasury for Legislative Affairs in the Trump administration, succeeding Anne Wall. In this position, he served as the Treasury Department's primary liaison with Congress, managing legislative relationships and policy advocacy. His tenure ended in June 2018, when he was succeeded by Brian McGuire.

American Investment Council

After leaving the Treasury Department, Maloney became president and CEO of the American Investment Council, the trade association representing private equity investors and firms. He led the organization's efforts to advocate for private equity interests and educate policymakers about the industry's role in the economy.

Edison Electric Institute

In April 2025, Maloney was announced as the incoming president and CEO of the Edison Electric Institute (EEI), the trade association representing all of America's investor-owned electric companies. He officially assumed the role in July 2025, succeeding the previous leadership during a period of transition that included organizational restructuring.

As EEI president, Maloney has focused on issues critical to the electric utility industry, including grid modernization and reliability. He has appeared on national television to discuss utility coordination efforts during major weather events and infrastructure challenges.

Personal Life

Maloney is married to Sabra Klein, who serves on the faculty at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. The couple has two children. Maloney maintains strong ties to his alma mater, Randolph-Macon College, where he serves on the Board of Trustees.

Recognition

The Klein-Maloney Fellowship at Randolph-Macon College was established in honor of Maloney and his wife, providing financial support to students pursuing public service careers. The fellowship reflects their commitment to encouraging civic engagement among young leaders.