Ross Thompson directs Investigative Management Group's Office of International Student Security. Mr. Thompson has spent time studying, living, and working in some of the world's most volatile regions, including South and Central America, Asia, and North Africa. His international experience began at a young age as he explored such places at East Africa and Central America. During High School he experienced firsthand the institutional aspect of the abroad process as he attended programs in the UK, France and Caribbean. Mr. Thompson's independent experience abroad began in 2006 after he left the Elliot School of International Affairs at George Washington University to pursue various business ventures in Cape Town, South Africa. While living and traveling in Africa, he honed his skills as an expat, learning first hand how to handle the special challenges of being young and abroad.

After more than a year in Africa, Mr.Thompson returned to New York City where he worked in global development for GO7 Brands, a prominent consumer products company. At GO7 he built lasting relationships all over the world with particular emphasis in the Middle East. Mr. Thompson now takes his experience and knowledge to guide young adults as they begin their global travels.