Chas Thomas joined Thorn Run Partners in 2017 after spending four years on Capitol Hill. While on the Hill, he worked primarily on financial services, telecommunications, energy, agriculture, natural resources, budget, and tax issues. Thomas maintains a strong network of relationships with policymakers and staff in both the House and Senate, ensuring a pathway for effective advocacy efforts that help impact policy.   

Mr. Thomas served on the campaign of Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) prior to beginning his career on Capitol Hill in the office of Congressman Robert Pittenger (R-NC). While with Mr. Pittenger, Chas served as the Congressman’s senior legislative assistant and lead staff liaison to the House Financial Services Committee, including Monetary Policy & Trade, Financial Institutions & Consumer Credit, and Terrorism & Illicit Finance Subcommittees.

Since joining Thorn Run Partners, Mr. Thomas has continued to work on issues for clients around multiple industries. Chas has used his extensive experience within the financial services, transportation, energy, tax, and appropriations realms to implement legislative agendas that deliver targeted wins for clients. 

Chas is a native of Greenville, SC and received his B.A. from the University of South Carolina. He currently lives in Alexandria, VA with his wife.