Thomas Hanson

Digital Strategy & Engagement Partner

Thomas Hanson is Strategia's trusted partner in digital strategy, audience engagement and business growth. As Founder & Principal of Thomas James & Co., Thomas brings extensive experience in marketing, brand development and revenue strategy to Strategia's clients.

With a career spanning hospitality, marketing and business development, Thomas has built a reputation for connecting organizations with their audiences and developing strategies that deliver measurable results. His expertise includes digital advertising, geographic targeting, audience engagement, brand positioning and revenue development. By combining creative thinking with data-driven insights, Thomas helps organizations strengthen relationships, expand their reach and achieve their business objectives.

At Strategia, Thomas works closely with the team to develop targeted digital campaigns for public affairs, coalition and utility clients. His ability to translate complex issues into clear, engaging digital communications helps organizations reach residents, stakeholders and key decision-makers. His work includes resident engagement platforms, public awareness initiatives and rapid-response communications strategies.

In 2026, Thomas developed and managed Strategia's Chicago City Council digital program for the Clean Energy Choice Coalition. The campaign reached 64,819 Chicago residents with approximately $2,600 in media spending. Through message testing and campaign optimization, the program nearly doubled its click-through rate, demonstrating the impact of strategic, neighborhood-focused messaging.

Before founding Thomas James & Co., Thomas spent 13 years with Riot Hospitality Group, serving as vice president of Sales and Marketing. During his tenure, he helped grow annual revenue from $20 million to more than $130 million while overseeing sales and marketing across 18 venues in Scottsdale, Chicago, Denver and Nashville. His accomplishments include developing a $50 million VIP revenue program, supporting 13 concept launches and contributing to more than a decade of consecutive revenue growth.

In 2026, Thomas established Thomas James & Co., a boutique consulting firm specializing in growth strategy, revenue development and brand positioning for hospitality operators, consumer brands and service-based businesses. His approach combines creative strategy, business insight and a focus on building lasting relationships. Whether helping organizations expand into new markets or strengthening connections with existing audiences, Thomas develops strategies grounded in an understanding of people and their goals.

Thomas earned a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from the W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University. Based in Scottsdale, Arizona, he collaborates with Strategia's team and clients nationwide, bringing his experience and perspective to every engagement.

Visit https://thomasjamesandco.com to learn more about Thomas James & Co.