TAYN Ep. 78 - Thomas Lawler
From These Are Your Neighbors by Bismarck Human Relations Committee
March 24, 2026 · 33 min
About this episode
Thomas Lawler discusses his extensive military career and his role in education.
Thomas Lawler is the Director of the Lottery Division with more than 23 years of service in the North Dakota Army National Guard, including 21 years on active duty. Throughout his career, he’s held a variety of leadership roles in readiness, aviation operations, human resources, training, and logistics, most recently as a Readiness NCO and Senior Aviation Operations Specialist with Detachment 42. In addition to his military service, Thomas taught human resource management and business research and writing as an adjunct instructor at the University of Mary from 2020 to 2024. He earned both his MBA and bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Mary.Raised on a farm near Linton, North Dakota, Lawler values hard work and time outdoors. When he’s not working, he enjoys hunting, especially bow hunting, for the patience, focus, and chance to slow down. He and his wife, Jaime, live in North Dakota.
People in this episode
Guest: Thomas Lawler
Topics covered
- military service
- leadership
- education
- human resources
- outdoor activities
Keywords
- Thomas Lawler
- North Dakota Army National Guard
- University of Mary
- military leadership
- human resources
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: North Dakota Army National Guard, University of Mary
Places: Linton, North Dakota
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