Julie Thomas
About Julie Thomas
Julie Thomas serves as the Director of Commercial Excellence Enablement for Legal Professionals at Thomson Reuters, where she manages the global contract process for major legal clients. With over 18 years of experience in pricing and contract negotiation, she has a background in both the information and airline industries.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Julie Thomas has served as the Director of Commercial Excellence Enablement for Legal Professionals at Thomson Reuters since 2005. In this role, she manages the global contract process for the company's largest legal customers. Her responsibilities include optimizing pricing, marketing, and operational processes to mitigate risk and support business strategies. Thomas has accumulated 19 years of experience in this position, demonstrating a strong focus on enhancing commercial excellence within the legal sector.
Previous Experience at Northwest Airlines
Before joining Thomson Reuters, Julie Thomas worked at Northwest Airlines from 1996 to 2005 as a Senior Business Specialist in Sales Development. During her nine years at the airline, she was based in Eagan, MN. Her experience in the airline industry contributed to her expertise in pricing and contract negotiation management, which she has applied in her subsequent roles.
Education and Expertise
Julie Thomas holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Marketing and History from Southwest Minnesota State University, which she attended from 1984 to 1988. In addition to her undergraduate education, she has pursued further studies at the University of St. Thomas, where she is working towards a Mini Master of Business Administration (MBA) Certification since 2013. Her educational background supports her extensive experience in pricing and contract negotiation management.
Professional Experience and Skills
With over 18 years of experience in pricing and contract negotiation management, Julie Thomas has developed a strong skill set in both the information and airline industries. She has demonstrated the ability to lead large teams through change in challenging environments while maintaining high levels of employee engagement. Her expertise in optimizing business processes has been a key factor in her professional success.