Thomas Smith

Associate Director of Development, Major Gifts

Thomas joined the Appalachian Trail Conservancy in May 2024. His responsibilities focus around the cultivation and stewardship of the Benton MacKaye Leadership Society and gifts of $10,000 or more, primarily from individuals.

Thomas’ career has mostly been spent in the performing arts, holding executive leadership roles with companies including Des Moines Metro Opera, Opera Naples, and the Cincinnati Opera. Prior to joining the ATC, Thomas was the Senior Advancement Officer for Drake Law School in Des Moines, IA.

Thomas holds a B.B.A. degree in Finance from The College of William and Mary, an M.A. from The College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) in Cincinnati, and an M.B.A. from The Carl H. Lindner College of Business at the University of Cincinnati. He is based in Williamsburg, VA.