J. Jude Thompson

J. Jude Thompson has a diverse work experience spanning various industries. J. Jude currently serves as a Board Member for Checkers & Rally's Drive-In Restaurants. In 2018, they became the President and CEO of GAME ON Mouthguards. Prior to that, they held the positions of President & CEO and Interim Chief Executive Officer at Delta Dental of Kentucky in 2017. J. Jude has also served as a Board Member for Papa Gino's & D'Angelo's, Team Car Care dba Jiffy Lube, and Stampede Meat, Inc. In 2013, they were a Member of the Executive Board at Wynnchurch Capital. From 2009 to 2011, they were the President and Co-CEO of Papa John's International. Additionally, they held various leadership roles at WellPoint and Anthem, including President of Individual Markets at WellPoint and President of Kentucky at Anthem.

J. Jude Thompson has completed executive coursework in public finance at Columbia University. J. Jude has also earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in General Studies from the University of Kentucky. Additionally, they hold an Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services from Lindsey Wilson College. The specific start and end years for these educational experiences were not provided.