Thomas Burton
About Thomas Burton
Thomas Burton serves as the Chief Strategy Officer, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary at Zero Motorcycles Inc., where he has worked since 2022. He previously held various legal and managerial roles at Traeger, Inc., Skullcandy Inc., and Autoliv, and has a strong background in engineering and law.
Work at Zero Motorcycles
Thomas Burton serves as the Chief Strategy Officer, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary at Zero Motorcycles Inc. since 2022. In this role, he oversees the implementation of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives, manages the company's intellectual property strategy and litigation, and is responsible for setting the global strategy for mergers and acquisitions. Additionally, he plays a key role in establishing the global strategy for risk management and oversees product compliance and corporate governance.
Previous Experience at Traeger, Inc.
Before joining Zero Motorcycles, Thomas Burton worked at Traeger, Inc. as General Counsel from 2018 to 2022. His tenure lasted four years in Salt Lake City, UT. In this position, he provided legal guidance and support to the company, contributing to its strategic initiatives and compliance efforts.
Career at Skullcandy Inc.
Thomas Burton held multiple roles at Skullcandy Inc. from 2011 to 2018. He served as Associate General Counsel, Director of Intellectual Property and Litigation, and Head of Global Business Development over a span of seven years. His responsibilities included managing legal matters, intellectual property issues, and business development strategies.
Background in Engineering and Law
Thomas Burton has a strong educational background in both engineering and law. He studied Mechanical Engineering at the University of Utah, where he achieved a Bachelor of Science degree. He later attended the University of Illinois College of Law, earning his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from 2004 to 2007. This combination of education equips him with a unique perspective in his legal and strategic roles.
Experience at Autoliv and Brinks Hofer Gilson and Lione
Earlier in his career, Thomas Burton worked at Autoliv as a Design Engineer and Program Manager from 2001 to 2004. He also served as an Associate at Brinks Hofer Gilson and Lione in Chicago, IL, from 2007 to 2011. These roles contributed to his expertise in engineering and legal practices, shaping his professional trajectory.