2001 NIACC Outstanding Alumnus

Upon graduation from NIACC, Dan Thomas was already a stand out NIACC graduate. In May 1979, he graduated with highest honors and was on his way to success. Dan continued his education and went on to receive his bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Northern Iowa in 1981.

His professional career began as a certified public accountant in Davenport. Success meant opportunities and warm weather for Dan in Texas. Dan’s road to success led him to his current job. In 1998, he joined Concentra Inc. as CEO and board member. Concentra Inc. is a 750 million dollar company based in Dallas, Texas, which partners with employees, insurance companies and payers to contain health care and disabilities costs, among a variety of other services.

Dan, a 1977 Mason City High School graduate and Mason City native, still has ties to Mason City in addition to NIACC. His parents, Joe and Marge Thomas, reside in Mason City as well as school classmates. Dan currently lives in the Dallas, Texas, area with his wife, Lois, and their three children, Rachel, Danielle, and Ryan.