Mike Thomas
VP & GM
With over three decades in the electrical and technology construction sector, Mike Thomas has been an instrumental figure at one of the largest technology contractors in the Pacific Northwest, for 25 years, culminating in his role as Chief Operating Officer (COO) for a decade. In this capacity, he managed a Senior Management Team and was responsible for over 1,000 employees across multiple offices and subsidiaries, and achieved sustainable profitability. His leadership was characterized by strategic reviews of subsidiaries, successful rebranding initiatives, and a focus on modernizing business processes. Beyond operational roles, Mike showcased his leadership prowess, where he transformed the organization, enhanced business strategies, and fostered profitability. His leadership principles emphasize trust, mission-driven work, decision-making aligned with core values, strategic planning, robust problem-solving methods, and the elimination of distractions.
Mike Thomas’s extensive experience is complemented by a strong skill set, including leadership, team building, strategic planning, organizational change, and business operations. During his career, Mike’s roles have spanned from Estimator to COO, during which he directed attention to the intricacies of construction accounting and implemented strategic initiatives. Furthermore, Mike holds several electrical licenses across different states and was an active member of the Vistage CEO network, highlighting his commitment to professional growth and industry standards. His leadership philosophy prioritizes building connected teams, fulfilling a meaningful mission, basing decisions on core values, following strategic roadmaps, employing durable problem-solving methods, and eliminating inefficiencies, all of which have contributed to his success and shaped positive corporate cultures.