Thomas is a two-decade-long resident of New York City, having lived in SoHo, Williamsburg and now Hell's Kitchen. Thomas spent the first half of his adult career working internationally in the contemporary art field -- evolving private collections as a buyer's broker and curator. He holds an M.A. from Konstfack University of Art and Design in Stockholm and a dual B.A. in Art and Architecture from the University of Pittsburgh. In addition to being a professional bassist, he currently serves as a regional Ambassador for the Summer School program with the University of Oslo. He is a member of REBNY (The Real Estate Board of New York) and ASCAP (American Society of Composers and Producers).