Waterloo Times

Gov. Kim Reynolds on Jan. 5 appointed Stan Thompson as executive director of the Iowa Civil Rights Commission.

Thompson’s first day in his new position is slated for Jan. 10, according to a release issued by the governor’s office.

“Protecting the civil rights of Iowans is one of the most important functions of state government,” Reynolds said in the release. “Stan’s extensive experience in business litigation, practicing for the past 36 years, coupled with his knowledge in ethics and professional conduct will make him a valued leader for the commission.”

Thompson comes to the commission from the law firm Dentons Davis Brown P.C., the governor’s office said.

“I’m honored to be appointed by Gov. Reynolds to serve as the executive director of the Iowa Civil Rights Commission,” he said in the release. “I look forward to performing this important role in protecting Iowans’ civil rights.”

Thompson is a member of the Iowa Public Information Board since 2020 and has served six years on the Iowa State University Alumni Association Board as both a board member and chair, the release said.

He holds a juris doctorate from the George Washington University National Law Center and a bachelor's degree in political science from Iowa State University.