Aspen Policy Academy

Tommy Thomas III

Tommy Thomas smiling.

About Tommy

Tommy Thomas III is a seasoned technology leader with over 15 years of experience building human-centered solutions across academic, government, and private sectors. Throughout his career, he has specialized in bridging technical excellence with organizational impact through full-stack development, team leadership, and strategic stakeholder collaboration.

At the University of Chicago, Tommy led technology initiatives that served over 70 applications, maintaining a steadfast focus on accessibility and user experience. His notable achievements include developing an Android COVID-19 incident reporting tool for the Department of Environmental Health and Safety, as well as creating campus service websites that directly improved the daily lives of students, faculty, and staff.

His experience modernizing legacy systems while maintaining business continuity demonstrates a deep understanding that technology transformation must prioritize user needs and organizational culture. Tommy holds a Master of Public Policy from the University of Chicago’s Harris School.