Dr. Mary L. Thomas is a 48-year education veteran whose servant leadership spans classroom teaching, school administration (principal/assistant principal), and district leadership as Executive Director of Accountability. Currently as Senior Planner at Travis County's Juvenile Truancy Department, she brIdges schools, families and communities to address attendance challenges.

Beyond education, Dr. Thomas leads as PresIdent/CEO of Starr Consultant Firm while dedicating extensive volunteer service to local and international church ministries. Her mentorship extends through state and national organizations, cultivating the next generation of leaders.

A true multihyphenate leader, Dr. Thomas seamlessly blends educational expertise, entrepreneurial vision, and community commitment to create systemic change that uplifts youth and families across multiple sectors.