Thompson has more than 30 years experience as a CPA. He is a partner in the Century City business management firm of Kaufman, Bernstein, Wertenbruch, Thompson & Robert. Prior to joining Kaufman Bernstein, Thompson spent more than 10 years at Price Waterhouse. His past involvement with charitable organizations includes serving as Treasurer of the Los Angeles Chapter of the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Thompson holds a degree in economics from UCLA and an MBA in finance from the University of Texas at Austin.