Tom Patterson (born February 12, 1979) is an American entrepreneur, who founded the Tommy John company in 2008.

[1][2][3] Patterson began his career as a medical device salesman, a position from which he was released in wake of the Great Recession.

[1][2][3] After being let go from his sales job, Patterson began selling his undershirts from his apartment in San Diego.

Lacking a background in fashion, Patterson used his sales skills from his previous position to expand the company.

Under his leadership, Tommy John expanded their product range to include socks, sportswear, and underwear,[2][3][4] The company was incorporated in 2012 and is headquartered in New York City.