Mary Beth Thomas

Mary-Beth Thomas is the Executive Director of the Tennessee Sports Wagering Advisory Council, a position she has held since 2020. Thomas is a native of Nashville, Tennessee, and a mother of three. She is married and has three cats. Thomas has been active in presenting and participating in panels related to sports betting. She has been featured in various media outlets, including UT Law, Yahoo, Harry Crane from Rutgers University, and Twitter. Thomas is also a member of the Power Poll, a monthly survey of influential Tennessee leaders. Before becoming the Executive Director of the Tennessee Sports Wagering Advisory Council, Thomas worked as a childcare advocate and was the Executive Director of Tennessee Promising Futures. She has been a vocal advocate for addressing the childcare crisis in Tennessee and has worked to secure funding for childcare scholarships. Thomas has also been involved in various legislative hearings related to sports betting and child care. She has testified before the State Funding Board and has been a strong advocate for responsible gaming practices. Thomas is a graduate of Chapel Hill, NC, and has a background in public policy and advocacy. She is active on LinkedIn and has been recognized for her work in the childcare and sports betting industries.