Jonas Thom, MA, PCC

Jonas is a distinguished leader in strategic behavioral health operations with more than thirty-five years of experience specializing in Medicaid-focused payor systems, policy development, and provider services. He possesses extensive expertise in designing and managing Medicaid-centric programs, policies, and operational models that drive improved outcomes and sustainable growth for populations with complex behavioral health needs . Most recently, Jonas founded a successful consulting firm serving entrepreneurs, funders, state governments, Medicaid plans, and providers. His client engagements consistently meet or surpass objectives, reflected in a sustained net promoter score exceeding 98%.

Jonas has led behavioral health divisions for managed care organizations and implemented award-winning products for Medicaid, Medicare, and Marketplace in multiple states, impacting 2.5 million members and achieving targeted financial margins on 2 billion+ revenue. In addition to operational leadership, he has served as both a clinical provider and executive for programs supporting adults with serious mental illness, homeless populations, and incarcerated individuals, consistently delivering industry-leading quality scores. His collaborative approach includes working with advocates, elected officials, and regulators to advance effective behavioral health policy reforms.

Jonas is a proud Ohioan but has lived for more than a decade in Kentucky and the Florida panhandle. He values time with his wife and dog, though he wishes he could spend more time with his daughter in Chicago. He also admits he spends a lot of time on his passion for the Grateful Dead, German cars and modern design, which some family members find excessive.