Deborah B. Thomas
Ellicott City
Summary
Experienced executive leader with over 18 years of success in board liaison roles, corporate governance, strategic communications, and organizational management. Skilled at supporting executive leadership, managing complex event logistics, ensuring policy compliance, and maintaining confidentiality. Adept at fostering strong relationships with boards, senior executives, and external stakeholders.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal
St. Louis School
Clarksville
01.2019 - Current
- Serve as liaison to school leadership, advisory boards, and partners; manage governance processes and board meeting preparation.
- Lead event planning for director-attended functions, handling logistics, transportation, and security.
- Oversee confidential reports and communications aligned with governance standards.
- Secured $2.5M+ in development funding; career total exceeds $4M.
Principal
Our Lady of Mercy School
Potomac
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Directed all board-related functions, materials preparation, and stakeholder reports.
- Managed logistics for executive events, ensuring detail, protocol, and service excellence.
- Oversaw budgets, compliance, and cross-departmental strategic initiatives.
Principal
Immaculate Heart of Mary School
Towson
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Managed governance documentation, board materials, and communication procedures.
- Led administrative operations supporting accreditation and compliance.
Assistant Principal
Immaculate Conception School
Towson
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Coordinated executive event logistics and communications across departments.
- Developed compliance and performance tracking systems.
Freelance Communication Consultant
01.1989 - 01.2003
- Advised corporate clients on communication strategies, event planning, and stakeholder engagement.
Director of Employee Communications
Maryland Casualty Company
01.1986 - 01.1989
- Managed national communication strategy and executive messaging.
- Oversaw confidential internal publications and leadership communications.
Education
Ph.D. - Instructional Leadership & Changing Populations
Notre Dame of Maryland University
M.A. - Educational Leadership
Notre Dame of Maryland University
B.S. - Mass Communications
Towson University
Skills
- Executive & Board Communications
- Governance & Compliance
- Board Meeting Logistics
- Strategic Planning & Leadership
- Confidential Document Handling
- Event Management
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Stakeholder & Vendor Relations
- Budget Oversight
Certification
- Leadership Institutes
- Board Governance Training
- Compliance & Safety Certifications
References
Available upon request
Awards
Led three schools to National Blue Ribbon designation, Raised $4M+ in development funding
Timeline
Principal
St. Louis School
01.2019 - Current
Principal
Our Lady of Mercy School
01.2015 - 01.2019
Principal
Immaculate Heart of Mary School
01.2012 - 01.2015
Assistant Principal
Immaculate Conception School
01.2008 - 01.2012
Freelance Communication Consultant
01.1989 - 01.2003
Director of Employee Communications
Maryland Casualty Company
01.1986 - 01.1989
Ph.D. - Instructional Leadership & Changing Populations
Notre Dame of Maryland University
M.A. - Educational Leadership
Notre Dame of Maryland University
B.S. - Mass Communications
Towson University
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