Arleen Thomas

Experienced Accounting Professional and Leader

Arleen Thomas is a seasoned Boards of Director member with a strong background in governance, financial expertise, and business model evolution.

With over 25 years of experience as a senior executive in a large association and a decade auditing companies in energy and financial sectors, she brings a wealth of knowledge to organizations.

Arleen's focus in her current board roles is centered around the learning space, where she leads as chair of the Board and the audit committee.

She is dedicated to continuous learning, engaging in discussions with fellow directors and investing in formal and self-study to enhance her board governance skills.

Her current passion lies in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion to drive societal healing and enhance organizational profitability.

Arleen Thomas holds a degree in Accounting from Metropolitan State University of Denver.

Her professional history includes roles such as Managing Director Americas at CGMA Exams and Global Offerings, President of the Board of Trustees at The Bronxville School, and Chair of the Board of Directors at XBRL International, Inc., among others.

She has also held key positions at the American Institute of CPAs and KPMG US, where she contributed significantly to professional standards, regulations, and management accounting.

Arleen Thomas is a proactive leader who excels in adapting to change, problem-solving, and driving business success through strategic decision-making and governance expertise.

Experience

Chair-Elect Board Of Directors at NORTH CAROLINA ASSOCIATION OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS (since June 2019)

Director Board Of Directors at The Counseling Center (July 2020 - June 2022), President Board Of Trustees at The Bronxville School (July 2016 - June 2022), MD Americas, CGMA Exams and Global Offerings at American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (August 2016 - December 2019), SVP Management Accounting and Global Markets at American Institute of CPAs (December 2011 - July 2016), SVP Member Competency & Development at American Institute of CPAs (March 2005 - November 2011), VP Professional Standards and Services at American Institute of CPAs (June 1998 - February 2005), VP Self-Regulation and the SEC Practice Section at American Institute of CPAs (October 1995 - May 1998), Director of Accounting Standards at American Institute of CPAs (April 1992 - September 1995), Chair of the Board of Directors at XBRL International, Inc. (October 2011 - November 2014), Senior Manager Professional Practice at KPMG US (May 1990 - March 1992), Audit Staff and Manager at KPMG US (September 1983 - May 1990)