Carol Thomas is the Chief Operating Officer at Derby Cathedral, a role she progressed to after joining as Head of Operations in 2018. Her background is in project and operational management within the private sector, and she now fulfills her duties in a hybrid capacity from Scotland and Derby.
Outside of work, Carol enjoys an active outdoor lifestyle, having moved to Scotland to be closer to nature. Her passions include wild swimming and she is also an avid, long-time supporter of Derby County Football Club, keeping her connected to her local roots.
Prior to her work with the Cathedral, Carols diverse background includes owning and operating her own childrens soft play centre.
Carol Thomas
Consultant at Derby Cathedral
United Kingdom
Overview
Topics They Care About
Outdoor Lifestyle
Moved to Scotland specifically to enjoy the outdoors and is a passionate wild swimming and open water enthusiast.
Cathedral Operations
As COO, she leads the administration, operations, and strategy for Derby Cathedral, drawing on her extensive management background.
Community Engagement
Serves on the board for the Cathedral Quarter Derby BID, showing a commitment to local business partnerships and urban development.
Media Appearances
Work History
6-2023 - 9-2025
Consultant at Derby Cathedral
6-2023 - 9-2025
Operations Manager at Ewen’s Room
3-2018
Chief Operations Officer at Derby Cathedral
3-2018 - 6-2023
Head Of Operations at Derby Cathedral
3-2015 - 3-2018
Project Manager at Central Laundry
3-2013 - 3-2015
Project Manager at GF Tomlinsons
Education
Carol has no verified education history
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Exp : 12
Location : United Kingdom
Job Level : Leadership
Designation : Consultant at Derby Cathedral
