Thomas Crampton

With a lifelong commitment to education and social impact, Thomas Crampton has co-founded and served on the boards of numerous non-profits, many focused on expanding access to education for underserved and underprivileged communities.

Professionally, Thomas helps venture-backed startups and growth-stage companies achieve strategic growth by attracting follow-on capital, preparing for public listing, and navigating complex market challenges.

A former globe-trotting foreign correspondent with The New York Times, Thomas also held global leadership roles at Ogilvy & Mather and Edelman, where he developed deep expertise in storytelling, marketing, and corporate strategy. More recently, he led Corporate Affairs for several innovative startups, including a cutting-edge biotech company that achieved unicorn status in listing on Nasdaq. 

His experience in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors positions him to champion U-GO’s vision of unlocking educational opportunities for young women around the world.