Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Tammi Thomas is the Chief Development & Marketing Officer at TEDCO, where she is responsible for overseeing the organization's fundraising, marketing, and communications efforts. With extensive experience in higher education, economic development, and the technology industry, Tammi brings a unique blend of expertise to her role, driving TEDCO's mission to support and empower Maryland's innovation ecosystem.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Chief Development & Marketing Officer at TEDCO, Tammi leads the organization's strategic initiatives to secure funding from federal, state, and private sources, as well as to promote TEDCO's programs and services to its diverse stakeholder groups. Under her leadership, TEDCO has successfully expanded its funding sources and increased the visibility of its support for Maryland's startup community.
Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Tammi served as TEDCO's Chief Marketing & Communications Officer, where she spearheaded the organization's rebranding efforts and implemented data-driven marketing strategies to enhance TEDCO's reach and impact. She also held several leadership positions at Bowie State University, including Chief of Staff to the President and Director of University Relations & Marketing, where she played a pivotal role in advancing the institution's strategic objectives.
Tammi's professional experience also includes roles at Data Solutions & Technology Incorporated, where she served as Vice President of Strategic Management, and the University of Maryland Baltimore County, where she served as Director of Business Development and Marketing.
Academic Background
Tammi holds a bachelor's degree from Alabama State University, where she demonstrated academic excellence and leadership throughout her studies.
Areas of Expertise
Tammi's areas of expertise include:
- Fundraising and grant management
- Integrated marketing and communications
- Stakeholder engagement and partnership development
- Strategic planning and organizational leadership
- Higher education administration and operations
Professional Impact
Under Tammi's leadership, TEDCO has secured significant funding from federal, state, and private sources, enabling the organization to expand its programs and services to support Maryland's startup ecosystem. She has also overseen the implementation of innovative marketing campaigns that have increased TEDCO's visibility and engagement with its target audiences.
Conclusion
Tammi Thomas is a seasoned professional with a proven track record of success in the fields of economic development, higher education, and technology. In her current role as Chief Development & Marketing Officer at TEDCO, she is poised to continue driving the organization's growth and impact, leveraging her extensive expertise to propel Maryland's innovation ecosystem forward.
