The Organization

About Thomas Anderson

Thomas Anderson

President and CEO of Akira Back

Thomas Anderson has been a driving force behind Akira Back’s global hospitality portfolio since 2015. In his role as President and CFO, he provides strategic leadership and financial vision, overseeing corporate and property finance units, capital improvement projects, and new development initiatives. Thomas’s responsibilities span all facets of business operations and corporate finance, including financial analysis, risk analysis, accounting, budgeting and forecasting, mergers and acquisitions, and investor relations.

Under Thomas’s leadership, Akira Back has expanded to 28 locations across 14 countries. His extensive background includes senior management positions at prestigious Las Vegas and global hospitality, restaurant, and nightlife companies, including Hakkasan Group and Light Group. Beyond hospitality, Thomas’s expertise encompasses commercial real estate, gaming, and the convention industry, where he has successfully led mergers and acquisitions and developed numerous hotels, commercial centers, and F&B outlets from preconstruction financing to daily operations.

Thomas holds dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Finance and Accounting from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. He has also completed the CPA examination and earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. His extensive education and experience make him a formidable leader in the hospitality industry.