doi:10.7916/m6ds-qh32Oral history interview with Brian Mosteller, 2020Mosteller, Brianoral historiesmixed materialPresidents--United StatesPresidential campaigns--United StatesPresidents--Transition periods--United StatesPresidents--Staff.--United StatesMosteller, BrianObama, BarackOval Office (White House, Washington, D.C.)Brian Mosteller remembers his contributions to the events and operations of the Obama 2008 campaign, 2008 presidential transition, and Obama presidency, in which he served as director of Oval Office Operations from 2009 to 2017. Mosteller outlines the responsibilities of his role, emphasizing the importance of learning the President's preferences, and adapting to the specific requirements of any given event or venue. Mosteller provides details about the culture of the White House and its camaraderie, and shares stories about important events and productions with which he was closely involved, including White House and Rose Garden addresses, the reception of visitors in the Oval Office, campaign debates and rallies, and television and media appearances, such as Obama's May 2012 interview with Robin Roberts, during which he announced his support of marriage equality