Growing up in Houston, Texas, Thomas Valdez shares a love for fishing, lakes, and baseball. After receiving his BA from Texas A&M his sense of adventure led him from the heartlands to the biggest city in the nation. Once in New York City, he quickly became known for his attentiveness, tenacity, and dedication. 

Thomas is passionate about equality and diversity. Happily engaged to be married, he loves spending time with his fiance and his rescue dachshund.