Overview

The Thunderbird Global Ambassadors Network (TGAN) is a distinguished group of highly engaged Thunderbird alumni who serve as ambassadors for the school around the world. Members of TGAN play an important role in advancing Thunderbird’s mission by supporting student success, strengthening alumni engagement, and promoting opportunities for lifelong learning and executive education.

Representing the global diversity of Thunderbird’s alumni community, TGAN members bring a wide range of professional expertise, leadership experience, and regional perspectives. Through their involvement, they help strengthen connections between alumni, students, and the school while contributing to Thunderbird’s continued growth and impact worldwide.

Membership

TGAN is composed of alumni who have demonstrated a strong commitment to Thunderbird and actively support the school through leadership, volunteerism, and philanthropic engagement. Members serve as champions of the Thunderbird community and help foster meaningful connections across the global alumni network.
 

Executive Committee

Karen Simon headshot

Karen Simon

Chair of Executive Committee, Thunderbird Global Ambassadors Network (TGAN)
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John Cook

Executive Committee, Thunderbird Global Ambassadors Network (TGAN)
Doug Deardorf headshot

Doug Deardorf

Executive Committee, Thunderbird Global Ambassadors Network (TGAN)
Hiroshi Hamada headshot

Hiroshi Hamada

Executive Committee, Thunderbird Global Ambassadors Network (TGAN)
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Marshall Parke

Executive Committee, Thunderbird Global Ambassadors Network (TGAN)
Doug Smith headshot

Doug Smith

Executive Committee, Thunderbird Global Ambassadors Network (TGAN)
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Mark Smucker

Executive Committee, Thunderbird Global Ambassadors Network (TGAN)
Susan Stevens headshot

Susan Stevens

Executive Committee, Thunderbird Global Ambassadors Network (TGAN)
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Heather Wise

Executive Committee, Thunderbird Global Ambassadors Network (TGAN)