Thomas graduated from Auburn University in 1989 with a degree in accounting. He started work in the Birmingham office of Ernst & Young in 1989 and is currently a partner with the firm today. He is active at Auburn University where he serves on the School of Accountancy Advisory Board.

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Thomas is an active member of The Church at Liberty Park in Vestavia Hills, Alabama, where he is a Sunday School teacher and active member of the congregation. Thomas and his wife, Jerri, have three children, Caroline, Walker, and Bo. They live in Vestavia Hills, Alabama.