DARREN THOMAS
Sumitomo Rubber North America, Inc.
President & CEO

Randall “Darren” Thomas is the President and CEO of Sumitomo Rubber North America (SRNA). Thomas started his career in the automotive industry over three decades ago as a Costco tire installer. His tenure with SRNA began in 2002 as Director of Marketing, when the North American subsidiary was known as Falken Tire Corporation. He has since held the titles of SVP Sales and Marketing, and more recently Chief Operations Officer. Thomas assumed his current role as President & CEO in 2022.

Mr. Thomas attended Biola University where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Organizational Leadership.

As an avid auto enthusiast, Thomas enjoys riding motorcycles and building track project vehicles for himself and his three children. Some of his other hobbies include aviation and archery.