Chris Thomas
Edgewater,NJ
Summary
Strategic Financial Professional with robust background in driving revenue growth and optimizing market penetration. Successfully led cross-functional teams to achieve significant milestones, enhancing overall business performance. Demonstrated expertise in revenue strategy development and relationship management. Skilled in identifying opportunities and implementing practical business strategies to achieve revenue goals.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Revenue Officer
GSL Savings Bank
09.2023 - 08.2025
- Served as principal advisor to CEO and Board of Directors on lending strategies and business development balancing growth objectives with risk management.
- Developed and executed lending strategies for the commerical loan portfolio.
- Created guidelines and policies for loan documentation, funding closing and servicing.
- Reviewed client relationships for credit quality and pricing.
- Ensured soundness of loan portfolio and risk rating.
- Developed strategies for growth and market penetration. .
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures in line with regulatory requirements.
- Ensured efficient processing of loan requests and documentation.
- Promoted new business development into new markets.
- Presented lending and financial reports to the Board of Directors.
- Developed and executed revenue strategies by implementing comprehensive plans to increase revenues across all banking products and services.
- Focused on client retention by understanding needs and offering appropriate banking services.
Managing Director
Simon Quick LLC
01.2015 - 09.2023
- Managing Director in client development for a $8.5b investment management firm.
- Developed new client relationships with HNW individuals and family offices.
- Oversaw portfolio management and investment strategy for clients.
Senior Managing Director, Head of Client Development
Forefront Capital LLC
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Raised debt capital for various commercial real estate projects in NY and Chicago.
Managing Director, Client Development
HB Global
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Led asset raising efforts for longstanding boutique CTA. Managed firm’s top tier relationships. Created Joint Venture with major Multi-Strategy Hedge Fund to distribute co-branded CTA vehicle to various US and offshore platforms.
Senior Vice President Head of North American Client Development and Investor Relations
Lehman Brothers
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Lead sales force responsible for record breaking asset raising, over $1 billion year over year. Product portfolio included internal single manager funds, fund of funds, and commodity index products.
Director Bank of America Capital Management
Bank of America
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Managed Institutional and Intermediary Distribution of Alternative Products for the Eastern United States. Developed real estate investment products for high-net-worth investors.
Principal
Bank of America Securities
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Managed Private Client Alternative Investment Group. Managed Montage Fund of Funds and developed third party asset raising.
Regional Sales Manager
Merrill Lynch and Company
01.1996 - 01.2000
- Managed distribution of ML Hedge and CTA funds in central United States.
Client Manager
Merrill Lynch and Company
01.1990 - 01.1996
- US & Foreign Banks
Analyst
Chemical Bank
01.1985 - 01.1987
- Corporate Strategic Planning & Technology Group provided research and quantitative support for Chemical Bank strategic planning unit focused on technology acquisitions.
Education
Master of International Affairs - Global Banking and Finance
Columbia University School of International and Public Affairs
01.1990
BA - Political Science & Departmental Honors
New York University
01.1984
Skills
- Strategic leadership and collaborative sales process management to effectively seek opportunities to expand loan portfolio
- Financial acumen and data analysis to make data driven decisions to optimize revenue
- Deep Industry knowledge in financial markets, commercial real estate, loan documentation, regulatory compliance and fiduciary risk management
- Relationship Management: Drive customer satisfaction and retention with sponsors, developers and investors
- Loan Portfolio Management: Optimize bank's portfolio for loan growth and monitoring performance to mitigate risk
- Adaptability and Flexibility to adjust to evolving market conditions and make sound and timely decisions
Affiliations
- Hellenic American Bankers Association President and Board Member
- Faculty Member New York Institute of Finance
Timeline
Chief Revenue Officer
GSL Savings Bank
09.2023 - 08.2025
Managing Director
Simon Quick LLC
01.2015 - 09.2023
Senior Managing Director, Head of Client Development
Forefront Capital LLC
01.2012 - 01.2014
Managing Director, Client Development
HB Global
01.2008 - 01.2011
Senior Vice President Head of North American Client Development and Investor Relations
Lehman Brothers
01.2005 - 01.2008
Director Bank of America Capital Management
Bank of America
01.2002 - 01.2005
Principal
Bank of America Securities
01.2000 - 01.2002
Regional Sales Manager
Merrill Lynch and Company
01.1996 - 01.2000
Client Manager
Merrill Lynch and Company
01.1990 - 01.1996
Analyst
Chemical Bank
01.1985 - 01.1987
Master of International Affairs - Global Banking and Finance
Columbia University School of International and Public Affairs
BA - Political Science & Departmental Honors
New York University
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