Tia Thomson
About Tia Thomson
Tia Thomson is an Operations Lead currently working at Harvey, having previously held various roles at Visible Hands, including Vice President & Chief of Staff. She possesses a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Design from Northeastern University and has expertise in using open census data for social impact.
Current Role at Harvey
Tia Thomson serves as the Operations Lead at Harvey, a generative AI startup located in San Francisco, California. She has held this position since 2023. As the first operations member at Harvey, she plays a crucial role in establishing and scaling operational processes within the company. Harvey is backed by notable investors, including Sequoia and OpenAI’s startup fund.
Previous Experience at Visible Hands
Before joining Harvey, Tia Thomson worked at Visible Hands in various capacities. She served as the Head of Business Operations for 10 months in 2023, where she was instrumental in scaling operations, contributing to an 8x growth in the company. Prior to this role, she was Vice President & Chief of Staff from 2021 to 2023 and an Associate from 2020 to 2021.
Educational Background
Tia Thomson studied at Northeastern University, where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) with a concentration in Interaction Design. Additionally, she studied at City University of Hong Kong. Her education has equipped her with a strong foundation in design and user experience.
Skills and Expertise
Tia possesses a diverse skill set that includes proficiency in no-code tools such as Webflow, Zapier, Airtable, Notion, Glide, and Retool. She has expertise in utilizing open census data to create socially impactful digital tools, a skill she developed during her tenure at the U.S. Census Bureau's Civic Open Innovation Lab.
Professional Development and Certifications
In addition to her professional roles, Tia is a certified yoga teacher. This certification reflects her commitment to personal wellness and mindfulness, which she integrates into her professional life.