Thomas Daniels
About Thomas Daniels
Thomas Daniels is a Senior Director and Partner at Spencer Stuart, where he has worked since 2004. He holds an MBA from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business and a BA in Asian Studies from Dartmouth College.
Work at Spencer Stuart
Thomas Daniels has been a Senior Director and Partner at Spencer Stuart since 2004, contributing to the firm's operations in New York, NY. His role encompasses leadership responsibilities and strategic oversight, particularly in executive search and consulting. He has served on Spencer Stuart's global Board of Directors, where he participated in the Audit, Risk, and Compensation committees. His tenure at Spencer Stuart has been marked by significant contributions, including authoring three Global 50 pieces, such as 'Perspectives of Leading Audit Committee Chairs'.
Education and Expertise
Thomas Daniels earned his MBA in Finance from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, studying from 1985 to 1987. Prior to that, he obtained a BA in Asian Studies from Dartmouth College, where he studied from 1978 to 1982. His educational background provides a strong foundation in finance and international studies, which supports his extensive career in executive search and consulting.
Professional Background
Before joining Spencer Stuart, Thomas Daniels held several significant positions in the finance and banking sectors. He worked at JPMorgan Chase as a Managing Director from 1985 to 2002, and briefly at Bank One as a Managing Director from 2003 to 2004. Earlier in his career, he served as an Associate at American National Bank from 1982 to 1985. His diverse experience in these roles has equipped him with a deep understanding of the financial industry.
Achievements and Contributions
Thomas Daniels has received several awards recognizing his contributions to the community and his professional excellence. He is a recipient of the Lou Rieger Quality Award and the AESC Commitment to the Community award at Spencer Stuart, as well as the Dartmouth Alumni Award. He has also chaired the Americas Council and the search committee for a new CEO at the Association of Executive Search Consultants, demonstrating his leadership in the executive search field.
Community Involvement
Thomas Daniels has actively participated in various community and professional organizations. He served as a former member of the Dartmouth Alumni Council, where he was involved in the Executive Committee and chaired several committees. Additionally, he co-executive sponsors the Asian, South Asian, and Pacific Islander employee resource group at Spencer Stuart. His commitment to community service includes working for the Intergovernmental Committee for Migration in Singapore and Indonesia, focusing on refugee resettlement.