Senior Vice President

Based in McLean, Betty Thompson is a Booz Allen Hamilton Senior Vice President with more than 20 years experience directing human capital strategy and executing key human resource functions for large corporations.

Ms. Thompson leads the firm’s ongoing People Services operations, which include recruiting, human resource services, learning and development, strategic people initiatives, diversity, total rewards, and executive service functions.

Prior to joining Booz Allen, Ms. Thompson most recently served as Vice President of Human Resources for Fannie Mae, where she was responsible for all aspects of human resources management and operations. Betty led company-wide organization redesign and staffing efforts, as well as initiatives to improve productivity and reduce costs. She was responsible for developing the company's people strategy to increase the performance, utilization, and engagement of Fannie Mae's workforce.  Prior to her long career at Fannie Mae, Betty also held several human resource leadership roles with IBM, after holding key line positions in marketing and customer service operations.

Ms. Thompson holds a Master of Science degree in Human Resources and Personnel Management from American University in Washington, D.C.

profile updated April 2009