Natascha Thomas

About Natascha Thomas

I am a results-driven leader with expertise in project management, business operations…

Experience

1. Regional Director (Operations Leadership)

   Sparq

   Nov 2021 — Present · Buffalo, NY, US

   Leads all billable colleagues in the Northeast, driving talent identification, management, development, and retention to maintain high performance.• Spearheads all Northeast business operations, including facilities, vendor relations, budgeting, process improvement, and change management.• Manages all financial aspects of the region, including salaries, bonuses, training, and facilities.• Oversees a portfolio of 30+ accounts generating $2MM in monthly revenue.• Executes workforce management across the organization, utilizing demand forecasts to align technical offerings and ensure optimal staffing levels.• Re-engages underutilized colleagues by promoting upskilling initiatives.Core Accomplishments:• Established the Buffalo Development Center, solidifying Sparq’s presence in the Northeast and fostering strategic relationships with business leaders, NGOs, universities, and other stakeholders.• Completed the company’s inaugural international integration on schedule followed by two domestic integrations.• Chaired Sparq’s Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity (EI & D) Council, fostering a culture of inclusion and advocacy.

Education

• UCLA

  BS, Neuroscience

  2002

Skills

• Mobile Devices
• Xbox
• Casual Games
• Video Editing
• Iphone
• Game Design
• Projects
• Photoshop
• Computer Games
• Social Games
• Bug Tracking
• Multiplayer
• Microsoft Excel
• Project Management
• Game Development
• Mobile Games
• Adobe Photoshop
• Video Games
• Console
• Ps3
• Xbox 360
• Gameplay
• Online Gaming
• Devtrack
• Quality Assurance