Cedric Thompson is a professional in their field. Colleagues describe them as "I had the privilege of working with Cedric Thompson for two years in the Office of Federal Programs initially, but then to an intense role in the division of Teaching and Learning. During this time, I saw Cedric grow— both as a professional and as a person. Cedric has an uncanny way of determining what’s needed and has the capability of navigating politics and bureaucracies to deliver on it. As a pragmatic leader and a realist, he can grasp ideas in a holistic manner and still pay attention to minor details. Cedric is a pleasure to work with and I recommend him highly for an executive position in education in any organization fortunate enough to have him." and "Cedric is a professional at any project I have seen him in charge of managing. He gives 110%, strives to be educated and have others contribute to understanding the challenge at hand. He collaborates to develop visions and strategies to meet the desired goals at hand. "