Thomas Coughlan

As the founder of Coughlan Realty Ltd, Thomas was quick to become amongst the top 1 per cent of Realtors^® in the GTA and is recognized as one of the top Brokers in the Durham Region. He provides mentorship to other agents and brokers across the community, sharing best practices and leadership techniques to enhance the industry in its entirety. 

During his time at DC, he served as vice-president of the Durham College Student Association (DCSA), followed by two consecutive terms as president, leading the DCSA through many positive changes, including the $14-million Athletic Complex expansion and the adapting UPASS (Universal Bus Pass) for all full-time students at DC and the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (now Ontario Tech University). He also served a three-year term on the DC Board of Governors.

Thomas has held multiple positions on Parliament Hill most notably assistant to the Honourable Jim Flaherty and issues manager for Government of Canada during the economic crisis in 2013.  He has supported the community in many ways including giving major gifts to Kids’ Safety Village of Durham Region, donating to various community charities and a making a recent pledge to the new Durham Region Hospice. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for the WindReach Farm Foundation.