Jonathan M. Thomas
For more than four decades, Jonathan Thomas has been a trusted advisor to ultra-high net worth (UHNW) individuals, families, family offices, foundations, venture capital funds, wealth managers, and investment firms. His previous professional experience includes managing a single-family office as well as providing his expertise to two multi-family offices as the Director of Business Development and Philanthropy. Jonathan also spent several years representing a major international auction house on a sale of an Americana furniture collection that set a multitude of records.
Today, Jonathan consults organizations seeking new strategic partnerships and services to engage intellectual and human capital as well as deploys financial capital to support impact investment opportunities.
Jonathan returns frequently to his home state of Michigan but now resides primarily in the Vail Valley of Colorado. He enjoys the activities and natural attributes of each area – fly fishing, bird hunting, snow skiing, sailing, jet boarding, hiking, biking, and golf.
“I am dedicated to delivering qualified, vetted resources and tailored solutions to address the complex qualitative and quantitative challenges faced by Ultra-High-Net-Worth individuals. My commitment to strategic growth and philanthropy is reflected in impactful investment strategies that drive sustainable wealth stewardship and life-transforming opportunities.”
— Jonathan M. Thomas
Philanthropy & Non-Profits
Jonathan has been involved in philanthropy throughout his career, participating in many nonprofits and charities over his career including the U.S. State Department Fine Arts Committee, Denver Art Museum, Detroit Institute of Arts, Fountain Valley School of Colorado and others.
The Americana Foundation
The Americana Foundation supports the sustainable development of agriculture and community food systems, the protection of natural resources, and an inclusive narrative of early American art and history.
Jonathan is the grandson of Americana Foundation’s founders, Adolph and Ginger Meyer. He has a passion for his grandparents’ original intent of preserving authentic early American art and protecting natural resources. He especially appreciates the opportunity to collaborate with grantees and other funders to maximize the Foundation’s impact. Jonathan’s economics degree from the University of Denver, post-graduate studies in finance and banking, and career in the single and multi-family office sectors speak to his dedication to the responsible stewardship of financial assets and resources. He is Chair of the Foundation’s Investment Committee.
Record-Breaking
Americana Furniture Collection
Jonathan spent several years representing a major international auction house on a sale of this Americana furniture collection that set a multitude of records.
Seldom in the history of American furniture has a private collection been assembled of the stature of the Meyer collection. Drawn to the bold and creative spirit of Colonial America, the Meyer’s acquired over many years the finest examples of American craftsmanship, from provincial through high-style forms: 17th century, Queen Anne, Chippendale, and Federal furniture as well as folk and decorative art furniture. This auction presents the dispersal of the collection, and is very-well annotated. Auction was held January 20, 1996.