"The quality of a person's life, is in direct proportion to their commitment to excellence, regardless of their chosen field of endeavor." - Vince Lombardi
Tom Kirby has developed his integrity, values and sense of civic purpose through a lifetime of hard work, family and business.
Tom was born February 16, 1961 in Paris, Kentucky. Growing up, he learned the value of hard work on the family’s cattle farm. His extensive involvement in athletics, 4-H, church, and community, planted the seeds early for his lifelong passions and pursuits. After graduation from Carmel High School in Carmel, Indiana, he went on to the University of Kentucky earning his Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture Economics.
Leaving the farm, Tom has enjoyed more than 25 years in the business world, working for several outstanding corporations. Currently he is the Human Resources Safety Manager for CertainTeed Corporation Siding Products Group. Tom’s business experience has provided him with the acumen and insight of sound fiscal and financial management and policy.
Tom and his wife Rosemary were married in 1991. They have 3 daughters; Courtney, currently attending the University of Kentucky; Leslie, a Junior at Loganville High School; and, Peyton, a 4th grader at Sharon Elementary School. Tom and his family are active members of The Church at the Grove in Walnut Grove where Rosemary serves as the Children’s Program Director.
Tom remains an active leader in the local community. He is a graduate of the Leadership Walton Program and served as the President of the Leadership Alumni Association. He served on the Board of Directors for Walton County Chamber of Commerce holding the Vice Chairman for Economic Development position. Currently he is the Chairman of the Board for the Walton Career Academy.
Tom Kirby has developed his integrity, values and sense of civic purpose through a lifetime of hard work, family and business.
Tom was born February 16, 1961 in Paris, Kentucky. Growing up, he learned the value of hard work on the family’s cattle farm. His extensive involvement in athletics, 4-H, church, and community, planted the seeds early for his lifelong passions and pursuits. After graduation from Carmel High School in Carmel, Indiana, he went on to the University of Kentucky earning his Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture Economics.
Leaving the farm, Tom has enjoyed more than 25 years in the business world, working for several outstanding corporations. Currently he is the Human Resources Safety Manager for CertainTeed Corporation Siding Products Group. Tom’s business experience has provided him with the acumen and insight of sound fiscal and financial management and policy.
Tom and his wife Rosemary were married in 1991. They have 3 daughters; Courtney, currently attending the University of Kentucky; Leslie, a Junior at Loganville High School; and, Peyton, a 4th grader at Sharon Elementary School. Tom and his family are active members of The Church at the Grove in Walnut Grove where Rosemary serves as the Children’s Program Director.
Tom remains an active leader in the local community. He is a graduate of the Leadership Walton Program and served as the President of the Leadership Alumni Association. He served on the Board of Directors for Walton County Chamber of Commerce holding the Vice Chairman for Economic Development position. Currently he is the Chairman of the Board for the Walton Career Academy.
Paid for by the Tom Kirby Campaign - Billy Guy, Treasurer