Thomas joined DC Central Kitchen as Chief Financial Officer in November 2024, backed with 30 years of experience in finance and accounting spanning diverse industries ranging from financial services to hospitality and education to advocacy and nonprofits. Thomas most recently served as Chief Financial Officer for the Association of Community College Trustees after providing strategic expertise for notable brands including The Walt Disney World Company, Autozone, and Citigroup Private Bank, as well as contributing financial expertise and leadership on advisory boards for several organizations.
A licensed CPA, Thomas earned his undergraduate degree from Washington University in St. Louis and an MBA from Emory University. Originally from Arkansas, Thomas moved to Washington, DC in 2010, with several exciting stops along the way in New York, Orlando, and Memphis, to name a few. A passionate traveler, he has explored over 20 countries and continues to seek out new adventures in his free time.