Thomas Tasche is an Associate Managing Director at ideas42, leading projects that enhance college access, persistence, and completion while building strong relationships with academic and foundation stakeholders. Previously, as a Principal Behavioral Designer, Thomas spearheaded innovative interventions that significantly improved higher education persistence and health service uptake, while also promoting diversity through leadership roles in affinity groups and DEI initiatives. Thomas possesses extensive experience with governmental and non-profit collaborations, evidenced by roles such as Policy Consultant at the Millennium Challenge Corporation and Advisor to the Board of Directors at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. Educationally, Thomas holds a Master's Degree in Economics and Public Policy and a Bachelor's Degree in Public and International Affairs from Princeton University. Additionally, Thomas serves as Deputy Director for the AIG High School Diplomats Program, fostering cross-cultural connections between the United States and Japan.
ideas42
ideas42 is a design and research lab that uses behavioral economics to address complex social problems. ideas42 was established in 2008 by Sendhil Mullainathan of Harvard University, Antoinette Schoar of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Simeon Djankov, then of the International Finance Corporation (IFC) of the World Bank Group, EldarShafir of Princeton University, Jeffrey Kling of the Brookings Institution, and Michael Kremer of Harvard University.At ideas42 we look at everything – including our own internal processes — through a behavioral lens. We approach our work with a spirit of generosity, but we retain a sense of playfulness that helps to drive our creativity. As individuals, we are tenacious and rigorous, and take shared responsibility for the organization’s success. Perhaps most importantly, we do good, striving every day to improve the lives of people all over the world.