Richard Thornton

Richard Thornton is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in management and support roles within nonprofit and theater organizations. Currently serving as the Manager of Partner Support Specialists at Habitat for Humanity International since November 2016, Richard oversees an 8-member team dedicated to handling over 245,000 annual housing inquiries and achieving a 92% donor satisfaction rate. Key contributions include maintaining CRM data accuracy, conducting performance audits, and ensuring PCI compliance. Richard's prior roles encompass being a Partner Support Representative at Habitat for Humanity and an Account Manager at PharmaCentra, where responsibilities included compliance oversight and client relationship management. Additionally, Richard served as a Board Member of the Sumter Players and held a Technical Intern position at the Rylander Theatre, showcasing a diverse background in both community theater and operational leadership. Richard holds a Bachelor of Arts in Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts with a minor in Psychology from Georgia Southwestern State University and an Associate of Arts from Darton College.