Ylanda Thomas

Chief of Staff - IT at Sound Transit

Ylanda Thomas is an organizational transformation consultant, strategist, energizer, and influencer who excels in translating innovative ideas into practical solutions for customers. With a background in Black, Minority, and Ethnic Community Research in Health Care Disparities, a Bachelor's degree in Cultural Anthropology with a Minor in African Studies, and Graduate Level coursework in Medical Anthropology, Ylanda brings a unique perspective to her work.

Throughout her career, Ylanda has held key roles such as Chief of Staff of Information Technology, Director of Business Transformation Services/Strategic Business Manager, and Chief of Staff of Finance at Sound Transit. She has also worked in various managerial and consultancy positions at the University of Washington, Neighborcare Health, Swedish, and Group Health Cooperative, specializing in areas like process improvement, strategic initiatives, and leadership.

Ylanda's expertise lies in developing multi-million dollar transformation programs, fostering collaboration between different stakeholders, designing shared services models, implementing strategic planning methodologies like Hoshin Kanri, and utilizing data analysis to enhance efficiency and stakeholder alignment. Her drive stems from enhancing engagement, refining relationships, and optimizing systems and processes to achieve organizational success.

With a passion for addressing healthcare disparities and a deep understanding of cultural dynamics, Ylanda Thomas brings a wealth of experience and insights to her role as an organizational transformation consultant. Her ability to drive change, lead teams, and ensure sustainable results makes her a valuable asset in the field of organizational development and transformation.

Ylanda's educational background, professional experience, and expertise in organizational transformation, strategic planning, and process improvement make her a sought-after thought partner and consultant for organizations looking to enhance their operational efficiency and drive meaningful change.