Kevin Thomas

About Kevin Thomas

As a visionary executive leader, I am passionate about driving sustainable business growth through innovative sales strategies and fostering organizational cultures that empower employees and create meaningful societal impact. With a proven track record of scaling businesses across industries—including aviation, technology, and the beverage sectors—I specialize in transforming ideas into high-growth ventures while prioritizing operational excellence and long-term value creation.Throughout my career, I have led global sales teams spanning six continents and 50 countries, executed strategic partnerships with Fortune 100 companies, and spearheaded multimillion-dollar acquisitions. My focus extends beyond revenue growth to building organizations where employees thrive and communities benefit.Key Strengths: Driving Business Growth & Market Expansion Building High-Performing Global Sales Teams Creating Strategic Partnerships & Alliances Leading Organizational Transformation Employee Engagement & Leadership Development Purpose-Driven Leadership & Social ImpactI believe that successful businesses not only generate profits but also uplift their workforce and contribute positively to society. I am committed to fostering environments where innovation, collaboration, and purpose drive results. Let’s connect and explore how we can create impactful business growth and lasting value together.

Experience

1. Vice President, Digital Aviation Commerce

   PartsBase Inc.

   Mar 2026 — Present · Deerfield Beach, FL, US

   Lead the strategy, commercialization, and growth of the company’s digital aviation commerce initiatives, with full accountability across platform roadmap, revenue performance, partnerships, and marketplace expansion.Responsible for building and scaling digital and marketplace-driven commerce models that modernize how aviation parts, services, and data are bought and sold—balancing innovation with the operational, regulatory, and reliability demands of the global aviation industry.Key responsibilities include:• Owning the end-to-end digital aviation commerce strategy, including platform roadmap, monetization models, and go-to-market execution• Driving revenue growth across digital channels and marketplace offerings, with a focus on scalability, transparency, and customer outcomes• Leading strategic partnerships across OEMs, distributors, MROs, and technology providers to expand ecosystem participation and value• Collaborating cross-functionally with sales, product, engineering, operations, and leadership to align digital commerce initiatives with broader business objectives• Establishing performance metrics, governance models, and operating rhythms to support sustainable marketplace growth• Serving as an internal and external voice on digital commerce trends shaping the aviation industry

Education

• The Ohio State University

  BS, Financial Resource Managment

  2000 — 2005

Skills

• Strategic Partnerships
• Product Management
• Saas
• Cloud Computing
• Mobile Devices
• Telecommunications
• Start-Ups
• Security
• Mobile Technology
• Solution Selling
• Wireless
• Mobile Applications
• Enterprise Software
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Business Development
• Crm
• Strategy
• Software Development
• Leadership
• Management
• Program Management
• New Business Development
• Strategic Planning
• Team Leadership
• Account Management
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Sales
• Selling
• Executive Management
• Product Marketing
• Business Strategy
• Contract Negotiation
• Sales Management
• Aerospace
• Partner Management
• Channel Partners
• Aviation
• Budgets
• Customer Service
• Process Improvement