Jesse Thomas

CEO and Founder of JESS3

Jesse Thomas is the founder and CEO of JESS3, a creative interactive agency based in Washington, D.C. Established in 2008, JESS3 specializes in data visualization and various creative services, including UI/UX design, branding, and content creation. The agency has worked with notable clients such as Nike, NASA, Facebook, Google, and Samsung, among others.1 2

Thomas has a background in design and has been recognized as "one of the Web's Hottest Designers" by Mashable. His passion for design began in his teens, leading him to create an agency that embodies the inspiration he draws from comic books, MTV, and video games.1 2 In addition to his role at JESS3, he has experience as an adjunct professor and has contributed to publications like Forbes.com.1

Under his leadership, JESS3 has expanded its reach globally, supporting team members across various countries while maintaining a focus on innovative and visually compelling projects.2

Highlights

Jun 24 · New York Post

My neighbors are threatening to evict me over my singing - New York Post

Jun 24 · New York Post

My neighbors are threatening to evict me over my singing - New York Post

Experience

Founder, CEO at JESS3 (May 1982 - Present)

Adjunct Professor at The Graduate School of Political Management (April 2018 - April 2019), Contributor at Forbes.com (February 2011 - 2013), Art Director @ Experience Prototype Lab at AOL (May 2007 - December 2007), Sr. Interactive Art Director at Ogilvy Public Relations Worldwide (August 2006 - May 2007), Art Director at Qorvis Communications (2003 - August 2006)