Anna Thomas, Ph.D.
About Anna Thomas, Ph.D.
Anna Thomas, Ph.D., serves as the Chief Strategy Officer at Boom Supersonic, bringing over 14 years of experience in aviation and space technology. She has held various roles that integrate climate, AI, and quantum computing expertise and has a strong academic background with degrees from Stanford University and other institutions.
Current Role at Boom Supersonic
Anna Thomas serves as the Chief Strategy Officer at Boom Supersonic, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she focuses on strategic initiatives that align with the company's mission to develop sustainable supersonic travel. Her responsibilities include overseeing strategic planning and execution, ensuring that Boom Supersonic remains at the forefront of innovation in aviation technology.
Previous Experience at Boom Supersonic
Prior to her current role, Anna Thomas worked at Boom Supersonic as a SAF + Strategy Consultant from 2023 to 2024. During her five-month tenure, she contributed to the development of sustainable aviation fuel strategies and other initiatives aimed at enhancing the company's sustainability efforts in aviation.
Education and Expertise
Anna Thomas holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from Stanford University, where she also earned a Master's Degree in the same field. Additionally, she has a Bachelor's degree in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology. Her educational background is complemented by a Fulbright Grant from the Technical University of Munich, where she studied Fakultät für Maschinenwesen.
Career Background in Aviation and Space Technology
With 14 years of experience in research and innovation, Anna Thomas has held various roles in the aviation and space technology sectors. She has worked at Boeing Research & Technology as a Graduate Engineer focusing on propulsion and alternative fuels, and at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory as a Director's Fellow concentrating on decarbonizing transportation. Her expertise spans climate, AI, and quantum computing, reflecting her commitment to advancing sustainable technologies.
Research and Consulting Experience
Anna Thomas has a strong background in research and consulting. She served as a Research Fellow at Stanford University in Aeronautics and Astronautics from 2014 to 2019. Additionally, she worked at Booz Allen Hamilton as a Senior Research Data Scientist, leading projects that integrated climate, AI, and quantum computing. Her management consulting experience is specifically related to sustainable aviation, highlighting her focus on innovative solutions in the field.