Garth Thomas
About Garth Thomas
Garth Thomas is a Product Portfolio Manager at Derivco in Durban, South Africa, with over 20 years of experience in IT operational and development roles. He leads four cross-functional teams and actively seeks individuals passionate about development, automation, and quality assurance.
Current Role as Product Portfolio Manager
Garth Thomas currently serves as the Product Portfolio Manager at Derivco, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product development and management, focusing on enhancing customer yield through personalized customer journeys. He leads four cross-functional teams that prioritize development, automation, and quality assurance, actively seeking individuals who share a passion for these areas.
Previous Experience at Derivco
Garth Thomas has extensive experience at Derivco, having worked in various roles since 2002. He served as the Enterprise Software Support Team Lead from 2002 to 2004 and later held positions as Service Desk Manager from 2005 to 2009, ITIL Officer from 2008 to 2009, Senior SQL Developer - Server Core from 2013 to 2014, and Server Core Team Lead from 2014 to 2017. His diverse roles have contributed to his comprehensive understanding of IT operations and development.
Educational Background
Garth Thomas completed his secondary education at Hillcrest High, achieving Matric exemption from 1982 to 1986. He furthered his education at Cedara College, where he studied Agriculture and earned a Diploma in Agriculture from 1989 to 1990. This educational background has provided him with a foundation that supports his career in technology and management.
Professional Experience and Expertise
With over 20 years of experience in IT operational and development roles, Garth Thomas emphasizes product innovation in his work. His expertise spans various aspects of IT, including service management, software support, and SQL development. This extensive experience positions him as a knowledgeable leader in product management and development.