Meet the Staff
Thomas Jansen, Scout Executive and CEO, Transatlantic Council BSA
Tom is an Eagle Scout and Order of the Arrow Vigil member. He began his professional Scouting career in 1982 as an associate district executive in Northern Virginia. In 1990, he moved to TAC as a senior district executive in Naples, Italy. He has also served in Central Maryland and as Scout Executive in Greenwich, Connecticut.
In 2008, Tom joined the BSA National staff at the Center for Professional Development. He also served in Scouting University, Strategic Planning, and IT Communications.
He came back to TAC as Scout Executive in November 2018.
Tom earned the CPTD (Certified Professional in Talent Development) in October 2014. He completed his Bachelor of Science degree in forestry and wildlife from Virginia Tech. Tom served two years in the Peace Corps as an extension forester in Burkina Faso.
Tom was blessed to be married for over 21 years to the late Carol Jansen. They met at TAC Wood Badge in 1994 at Camp Freedom. Carol was an active Scouting volunteer in four councils (including TAC) and Silver Beaver recipient. Their son Brandon serves in the US Army in Maryland, he is married to Karen and they are expecting their first child in August.
In addition providing counsel and support to our Camporee Chair, Tom also supports the following committees: Government Coordination, VIP Reception, Memorial Services, and Budget & Finance.