Jeff Thomas III

Speaker | Writer | Design Technology Leader | BIM Consultant

Professional Summary

With over 28 years in the AECO industry, I’ve built a career at the intersection of architecture, technology, and leadership. My core strength lies in leading design technology transformations, mentoring high-performance BIM teams, and fostering innovation across organizations. I currently serve as a Technology Consultant at Arkance.us. I'm an Autodesk Certified Instructor and an AUGI Advisory Board Member, committed to equipping professionals with vision, strategy, and practical tools for impact.

Current Role

Technology Consultant – Arkance.us (Feb 2022 – Present)

• Lead strategic consulting in BIM Management and Design Technology leadership
• Develop Packaged Service Offerings (PSOs) for standards, AI, training, and support
• Implement Revit template systems across diverse client environments
• Serve as internal AI enablement lead and educator
• Coach BIM Managers and Design Tech leaders through structured mentorship

Previous Experience

• Design/Workflow Tech Lead – AO (2019–2022)
• CAD Manager / Digital Practice Coord – KTGY (2014–2019)
• CADD Support Coord – LPA, Inc. (2010–2014)
• Adjunct Instructor – ITT Tech (2009–2010)
• Project Coord – Jacobs Carter & Burgess (2007–2008)
• CAD Prod Mgr – Nadel Retail Architects (2006–2007)
• Job Captain – RHL Design Group (2005–2006)
• Sr. Project Designer – Modtech Holdings (2003–2005)
• Asst. Project Design Mgr – DGE (2001–2003)
• CAD Manager – ACS (1999–2001)

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor of Applied Science – Industrial Design, ITT Tech (1997)
• Autodesk Certified Instructor
• ADDA Certification

Awards & Recognition

• Advisory Board Member – AUGI (2025–Present)
• Project of the Quarter – "Everyday Sport" Wheelchair (1997)
• Highest GPA Honors – Sept, Nov, Mar, May 1996

Technical Proficiencies

Core Tools: Revit, AutoCAD, AutoCAD Architecture, BIM Collaborate Pro, Dynamo, Bluebeam, ACC, Newforma, SketchUp, Adobe CC, Office 365, Google Workspace, GitHub, Obsidian

Systems: Windows, Linux, iOS, BSD

Specializations: Standards Development, AI Enablement, Template Systems, Design Tech Implementation, Leadership Coaching

Speaking 🎤 & Writing ✍️

• Two-Time Autodesk University Speaker
• AUGI CON 25 Speaker
• AIA Kansas City Speaker
• AIA San Francisco Speaker
• Author of Just A Thought blog
• Christian fiction writer on marriage and spiritual warfare

“Designed with reflection in mind – Just A Thought.”