Eric Thomas (10)

Eric Thomas is a motivational speaker, educator, author, activist, and a minister, whose main goal is to inspire through delivering high energy messages encouraging people to break the cycle of the bad habits that plague their daily routines. Born in Chicago, Thomas is a high school dropout who sought mentorship through a local pastor who helped him realize his passion in life — helping, educating, and motivating. He now speaks at high schools and colleges, challenging at-risk youth to break the cycle as the “hip-hop preacher.”