Gwen Thomas is a manager of payroll and benefits at The Chicago Community Trust.
In her role, she is responsible for managing benefits, employee engagement and the Trust’s wellness program. Gwen joined the Trust after working as a vocational instructor for the State of IL at the Illinois Center for Rehabilitation and Education – Roosevelt (ICRE-R) for over two years, teaching students with cognitive and physical disabilities. Gwen also brings over 15+ years of HR experience from The Ounce of Prevention Fund, which recently changed their name to Start Early in Human Resources (12+ years) and other for-profit HR consultant jobs.
Gwen is a native of Chicago and grew up in the Woodlawn community. She holds a bachelor’s in human resources management and her paraprofessional license in education.
