Thomas has over 35 years of higher education experience, teaming with peers to serve students at private, public, and proprietary institutions. He has worked with traditional and nontraditional populations pursuing certificate programs through doctoral degrees within term-based, non-term, and nonstandard term academic calendars. He has been blessed with a variety of experiences that help him relate to the partner school’s challenges.  

Thomas has made presenting at conferences a staple of his career, as it helps his colleagues expand their understanding and instill the ideas in their hearts. He has also enjoyed serving financial aid communities through a variety of leadership roles, including as President of four professional associations: ISFAA (Indiana), TASFAA (Texas), MASFAA (Midwest), and SWASFAA (Southwest). When taking a break from helping schools excel, Thomas cherishes life with his family and enjoys autocross racing his 1965 Chevrolet Corvair.