Profiles in Service - Dec. 10, 2018
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Nancy Thrash
Board Member
County Commissioner, Lamar County, Ga.
Number of years involved in NACo: 2.5 years
Years in public service: 10 years
Occupation: Private investigator
Education: Associate’s degree
Three people (living or dead) I’d invite to dinner are: Chris Kyle, Melania Trump and my grandmother.
A dream I have is to: Go skydiving.
The most adventurous thing I’ve ever done is: Drag race.
My favorite way to relax is to: Take a walk.
I’m most proud of: My family.
Every morning I read: The Bible.
My favorite meal is: Steak and potatoes.
My pet peeve is: Seeing children in moving vehicles without seatbelts on.
My motto is: “If you’re waiting for your ship to come in, make sure you sent one out.”
My favorite movie is:The American President.
My favorite music is: Country.
My favorite U.S. president is: Ronald Reagan.
y county is a member of NACo because: We realize the strength in numbers. NACo is a strong voice in D.C. The many benefits offered as well! As national issues have a trickle-down effect, we need a strong voice representing counties on a national level — we have that in NACo.
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