Speaker

Jason Thompson

Vice President, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Western Governors University

• 432 - Keynote Panel - Using Technology To Disrupt Systemic Racism
• 452 - Breakout Panel - What Role Do Male Allies Need to Play?

Jason Thompson is Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Western Governors University (WGU). Jason has more than 20 years of experience specializing in diversity, equity, and inclusion, community outreach, strategic planning, and more. He earned his bachelor's and master's degrees in sociology from the University of Wyoming, and has worked at large global organizations leading diversity and equity, including Techstars, INTERGIS, and the United States Olympic Committee. Jason brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to WGU and is focused on helping the university in developing and accomplishing diversity and equity initiatives and goals.