BransonWebcast Episode #16
Guest: Jim Thomas
A true pioneer in shaping the future of the Ozarks, Jim Thomas is credited with igniting Branson as a national entertainment destination. He brought legendary entertainers such as Roy Clark, Jim Stafford, and Glen Campbell here for the first time, and later encouraged many of them to build their own theaters, prompting major national recognition for the area.
He was also instrumental in developing Branson as a year round destination by being the first to extend his theater’s performance season. He encouraged the growth of the first convention and group tour business to Branson by upgrading his Lodge of the Ozarks complex to provide visitors with a first-class entertainment, lodging, dining and meeting experience.
Email This Post
Print This Post
May 20th, 2008 at 2:33 pm
Great interview Jim & Dave. You guys do a very entertaining job of interviewing.
Regards,
Mike
June 9th, 2008 at 7:38 am
I was very proud to see you online Jimmy Thomas lol
August 28th, 2008 at 1:41 pm
Jim Thomas is an amazing man with an amazing family!
September 3rd, 2008 at 11:16 pm
that was thoughtful thanks MPBux
August 17th, 2009 at 3:14 pm
Jim has been a great friend since 1965 in Joplin. I worked with him in politics back in Joplin. Ask him about the trip to Jefferson City to meet with Governor Hearnes. Jim told me the special way to meet a governor. I love you Jim and wish you the best.
Stan Patterson