Highly regarded as a global leader in environmental stewardship, Robert D. F. Thomas, PhD.c., MBA, MLP has built a stellar reputation by developing and implementing innovative risk mitigation and sustainability initiatives, as well as, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) engagement. Mr. Thomas’s broad expertise and collaborative efforts with key clients, stakeholders, governmental agencies, NGOs and community leaders have helped deliver multimillion-dollar joint-ventures and mergers in the alternative energy industry, and his motivational leadership style has resulted in significant increases in the success of numerous initiatives. Throughout his career, he has developed and implemented innovative processes and frameworks to ensure strict adherence to compliance policies and applicable regulations, with a particular emphasis on identifying and resolving emerging compliance risks.

Currently, Mr. Thomas serves as the Global Head, Environmental Compliance for Apple, Inc. where he is responsible for the environmental compliance portfolio; thereby, overseeing the development, the implementation and monitoring of environmental strategies, systems, policies and programs that promote sustainable development. Mr. Thomas received his Bachelor’s in Civil & Environmental Engineering from the FAMU/FSU College of Engineering, his Master’s in Business Administration from Palm Beach Atlantic University, a Masters in Environmental Law & Policy from Vermont Law School, and he’s currently pursuing PhD in Global Sustainability from Prescott College focused on “Translating Environmental Social & Governance (ESG) to achieve Corporate Sustainability”. Additionally, Mr. Thomas has also received Global Environmental Education from Cornell.

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