Dave Thomas

Dave Thomas is a seasoned professional in the advertising and media industries, currently serving as the Paid Performance Media Director and previously as Biddable Account Manager at Havas People since September 2021. As the Owner and Creative Director of Redbeard Advertising since June 2017, Dave brings entrepreneurial experience to the table. Dave's prior roles include Account Director and Account Manager at Lighthouse Adcomms from August 2008 to June 2017, where the focus was on managing recruitment needs for a diverse range of clients. Earlier in Dave's career, experience as a Photographer and Journalist at HPC Images from March 2008 to October 2010 highlighted a background in motorsport media. Dave began the professional journey as an Account Handler at Lighthouse Adcomms LLP from August 2005 to August 2008. Academic qualifications include a BA in Film, Radio and Television and a BA in Film, Radio and Television with American Studies from Canterbury Christ Church University, completed between 2002 and 2005. Early education was attained at Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys from 1994 to 2001.