Stephen Thomas
VICE PRESIDENT, DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
Stephen Thomas begins his 18th year in the Rays organization & his first as Vice President of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. His goal is to create and nurture a diverse and inclusive environment that is empowered to positively impact our communities. Throughout his tenure, Thomas has been named a Rays co-Employee of the Year (2020) and the recipient of the Joyce Smith Community Spirit Award (2012). Prior to joining the Rays, he earned his bachelorĄ¯s degree in sports management from Washington State University in 2006. A native of Vallejo, Calif., he resides in St. Petersburg with his wife, Julia, and daughter, Rue. StephenĄ¯s twin brother, Stephon, works for the Rays as director of promotions