Speakers

Background

Thomas Hood was elected to the Board of Trustees in May 2013, and Village President (Mayor) in May 2021.  Tom grew up in the Village of Gurnee and is currently a practicing attorney in Gurnee. "I really enjoy the people of Gurnee," he said. "Every day whether I am working with the people, worshipping with them or socializing it has provided me with a deep sense of satisfaction to be part of a community that is vibrant, growing and there for each other." In his free time he likes to ride his bike, work out at the local gym and travel.

Tom strives to maintain the priority of God first, then family and work.  While at times balancing this order is difficult, he enjoys a deep satisfaction in seeing how God provides many blessings when this order of priority is maintained.

Tom has been married to Pam since 1982 and considers her his best friend. He and Pam have two grown children, Zak and Dan. Tom finds being a father very rewarding. He has been involved in their sporting activities all of the way through college and, more importantly, has watched them develop into fine young men.