Ms. Thompson retired as an attorney and manager of a Knoxville law firm in 2015 but has continued a limited solo practice. Her clients include non-profits and commercial businesses. She is also a professional photographer with a particular interest in public nature areas on the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Oak Ridge Reservation. Ms. Thompson received a J.D. from the University of Tennessee and a B.S. in Business Administration from Tennessee Technological University. She has authored legal materials for several publications and seminars. She is currently serving as secretary. Ms. Thompson lives in Oak Ridge, Tennessee and was first appointed to the board in December 2024.