Reference from Melanie Hammond

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To Whom It May Concern,

I am pleased to provide this character reference for Colton Thomas, who served as Senior Director at TPG and was my direct report for nine years. Throughout our time working together, I was consistently impressed by Colton's professionalism, technical expertise, and dedication to the team and the Firm. 

Colton is highly respected by his peers and junior members of the team, and he acted as a mentor to many, fostering an environment conducive to growth and collaboration. His leadership was evident in the successful execution of several key projects, where his strategic vision and unwavering commitment to excellence proved time and again. 

Colton has a remarkable aptitude for understanding interpersonal dynamics. He has an innate ability to read a room and gauge the feelings of others on various topics, handling sensitive situations with grace and respect for all levels of personnel.

I believe Colton’s contributions to any organization will undoubtedly be significant and impactful.

Sincerely,
Melanie Hammond

Managing Director, TPG