Thomas Porter
About Thomas Porter
Thomas Porter is an Account Director at YouGov in Chicago, Illinois, where he has worked since 2022. He has a background in international studies and extensive experience in business development across various companies.
Work at YouGov
Thomas Porter has been serving as an Account Director at YouGov since 2022. He operates from the Chicago, Illinois office, where he has contributed to the company's client management and business development efforts for two years.
Previous Employment History
Before joining YouGov, Thomas held various positions in business development and customer service. He worked at HSBC as a Bilingual Consumer Services representative from 2008 to 2011. He then transitioned to Ipsos as a Business Development Manager for ten months in 2021-2022. Prior to that, he served as a Senior Business Development Manager at ICIS for one year and as a Customer Success Manager at YCharts, Inc. for two years. His career also includes a role as an International Business Development Executive at Euromonitor International from 2014 to 2016 and as a Sales Representative at Thermo Fisher Scientific from 2012 to 2014.
Education and Expertise
Thomas Porter studied at Wright State University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in International Studies and Spanish from 2007 to 2008. He also attended Hanover College. His educational background supports his expertise in international business development and customer relations.
Personal Interests and Hobbies
Outside of his professional life, Thomas has a passion for training in mixed martial arts at Benjilany Striking. He enjoys skiing as a recreational activity and has a keen interest in traveling, particularly to Brazil, where he appreciates the culture and people. He is also a fan of Manchester United and enjoys watching their matches. Additionally, he likes listening to live music and trying new foods during his travels.