Jason Thompson

Jason Thompson

Vice President, Diversity and Inclusion
Western Governors University

Jason R. Thompson is a successful author, speaker, and experienced diversity officer who has developed and led award-winning diversity programs in multiple industries, including during a role at the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee. Jason has a practical and outcome-based approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. 

Jason’s book, Diversity and Inclusion Matters: Tactics and Tools to Inspire Equity and Game-Changing Performance, is a handbook for HR executives, CEOs, and DE&I professionals. He’s been quoted by The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Guardian, USA Today, Fox News, and CNN.