SPEAKER. CREATIVE STRATEGIST. MENTOR. PEOPLE-FIRST LEADER.

I AM RITA THOMAS: SPEAKING TRUTH. SPARKING CHANGE. STRATEGIZING WITH HEART.

I help people and brands uncover their voice—and use it to move the world forward. Through strategy-led storytelling, brand clarity, and purpose-driven consulting, I merge empathy with expertise to help you uncover what matters most, then align every move with that truth.

PARTNERS HAVE INCLUDED

I’M AN AWARD-WINNING STRATEGIST, PRODUCER, AND SPEAKER WITH OVER 15 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN RETAIL, TECH, BROADCAST, AND PUBLIC HEALTH.

I began my journey at The Oprah Winfrey Show and have since led strategy, storytelling, and production for brands like Walgreens, Ally, and Mecklenburg County.

As the founder and CEO of 110 North, I lead a powerhouse agency of creatives committed to storytelling and impactful campaigns that drive results. I also offer 1:1 mentorship and strategic consulting for purpose-driven entrepreneurs and organizations ready to grow.

I'M ALSO A PROUD MOTHER, WIFE, AND COMMUNITY ADVOCATE. MY LIVED EXPERIENCES AREN’T SEPARATE FROM MY LEADERSHIP—THEY SHAPE MY LENS AND DEEPEN MY CONNECTION TO THE PEOPLE AND COMMUNITIES I SERVE.

LET’S MAKE YOUR VISION REAL. FROM ONE-ON-ONE STRATEGY TO SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS, HERE ARE THE WAYS WE CAN COLLABORATE.

WORK WITH ME

  • Get clear on your message, vision, and next move—in just 90 minutes.

  • Grow your confidence, leadership, and storytelling inside safe, strategic spaces.

  • Keynotes, fireside chats, and workshops on storytelling, leadership, brand clarity, and people-first strategy.

“SUCCESS, FOR ME, LOOKS LIKE ALIGNMENT: WHEN YOUR WORK, YOUR VALUES, AND YOUR VOICE ALL SHOW UP IN THE ROOM TOGETHER.”

CLIENT

PROJECTS & CASE STUDIES

OPRAH WINFREY

The greatest talk show in history, there helping to lead all the way through to the final season. See the video

ALLY FINANCIAL

Digital Media marketer of FinTech Solutions. That’s a mouthful with a focus on production for Web and TV created advertising that told consumers what other financial institutions don’t

GET A SHOT. GIVE A SHOT.

Walgreens premiere cause program gives Flu Vaccines to those in need with every purchase.

WALGREENS CAMPAGN: LET’S GROW OLD TOGETHER.

A manifesto made possible with a little help from Walgreens Pharmacy. Getting a positive test result changes your life in a moment. Keeping a positive outlook makes life worthwhile.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY +

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY +

  • “Rita brought warmth, intention, and clarity to the Violence Prevention Fireside Chat at Meck Design Day 2025. Her thoughtful moderation helped create space for honest dialogue, meaningful connection, and a truly memorable conversation. We’re grateful for her voice and leadership throughout the event.”

    - Dr. Chantel Lowry, Meck Design Day 2025

  • “I really appreciated my vision being incorporated into the final product. I can tell my concerns were taken into consideration and incorporated throughout.”

    - Mecklenburg County Department of Population Health

  • “Rita .. your :90 CEOs You Should Know feature sounds AMAZING!! You did such a great job with this."

    - iHeartMedia

  • “Thank you, thank you, thank you for all you have done to support and guide us. Between visualizing what we saw for the study through creative assets, to taking extra time strategizing dissemination of the study to a broader audience, we could not be more grateful for you. It is obvious 110 North is a well-oiled team with exemplary leadership.”

    - University of Kentucky

  • “Thank you for this session, it was powerful."

    - Charlotte is Creative

  • “That was such a great interview. Thank you for being a phenomenal guest."

    - Founder of Fierce Mothers

LET’S CONNECT
TELL ME MORE ABOUT YOUR GOALS OR HOW YOU’D LIKE TO COLLABORATE. I’D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU.


Explore the N.O.R.T.H. Framework—my signature storytelling model used in keynotes, Clarity Sessions, and workshops.

Clarity is power—and it starts here.
Download The Clarity Kit: a free guide to aligning your message with your mission and telling a story that truly sticks.

What’s inside: Brand values worksheet, storytelling prompts and strategy alignment checklist.