Gary Thome is the founder of the Catholic lay apostolate LOVING STONES of CHRIST and co-author of Pathways to Discipleship, an innovative guide for Catholics to grow as disciples of Christ. He is also vice chair of the board of directors of Heartbeat International, a pro-life Christian nonprofit and the world's largest network of pregnancy help organizations, and founder of prenataldiagnosis.org, an information and referral website and network of providers for parents receiving a prenatal diagnosis. A seasoned executive in the technology industry and holder of 50 US patents, he retired in 2020 following a 32-year career to focus on ministry work. He and his wife Pam have five children and reside in Houston, TX where they are active in their parish.
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Attend a YCP event and join like-minded, mission-driven peers to find God in all things and seek excellence and joy in every area of your life.
YCP brings together young workers and seasoned business professionals in a variety of programs to foster Catholic identity, encourage community, and inspire action.
The Executive Speaker Series is a free event open to the public in which executives share their career and faith journeys with young professionals, challenging them to "Work in Witness for Christ."
Attendees enjoy complimentary drinks and appetizers and have a chance to socialize before and after the evening's presentation.
Schedule
- 6:00 PM - Doors Open + Networking
- 7:00 PM - President's Remarks and Prayer
- 7:15 PM - Executive Speaker Address
- 8:00 PM - Q + A Session
- 8:25 PM - Closing + Prayer
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