Name: Larry F. Thomas

Occupation: Owner, Thomas Tax Service of Ohio; Retired, G. Stephens, Inc.

Name of High School: Archbishop Hoban High School

Location (City/State): Akron, Ohio

Name of College: The University of Akron

Location (City/State): Akron, Ohio

Please state the reason(s) you are supporting Project GRAD Akron and raising funds for the scholarship fund. Enhancing higher education opportunities for urban youth.

Name of your favorite teacher and what made the person special to you: I did not have a favorite teacher but remember those who made an impact on me.  One high school teacher comes to mind. At Hoban in the 11th grade American History class, Brother Casper covered famous black men and women and their roles and contributions in American history.

What were some of your most enjoyable times in school?  (preschool through college): I enjoyed going to and playing in football games.

Looking back over the years, what advice would you give to your high school self or college self? I worked jobs after school for several years to pay my tuition, which limited my study time in the evenings.  I would have liked to have better grades throughout high school and college.

Favorite quote: I don't have a favorite quote, but do have a favorite Bible verse. Proverbs 22:7 - The rich rules over the poor, And the borrower becomes the lender’s slave. I believe in avoiding debt.