The Thompson's family tree can be traced to the Bahamas original colony in Eleuthera and to Hope Town's founder, Wyannie Malone. The Bahamas first House of Assembly on November 12, 1721 included three Thompsons.  William Thompson, Sr. (Chris's great great great grandfather) was appointed to represent Harbour Island by the King of England (Abaco was just a pirate haven - no official settlement until 1785).

Chris' father, Leonard M. Thompson, was also drawn to public service and was elected as a member of the House of Assembly from 1949 to 1968.  Capt. Thompson was a pioneer in Bahamas' aviation, as well as developing the Out Islands, particularly Abaco. Captain Leonard Thompson (Chris Thompson's father) bought Sand Banks, over 1,000 acres of ocean front land, and developed a marina, golf course, hotel and villa complex. He discovered the beautiful beach when he and his mother traveled from Hope Town by sailboat, then walked across the mainland to meet his father who captained a three-mast- schooner. He renamed the development Treasure Cay as he and his brother, Roscoe, successfully salvaged treasure in the area. Chris shared similar dreams as his father.

Chris pursued a business degree at the University of Central Florida and returned with fellow student and bride, Peggy.  They started a charter airline company, a resort and a family. Chris' latest project is developing Matt Lowe's Cay, a 55-acre private island.

Chris is a licensed broker and has been in the real estate business since returning from university.  He successfully spearheaded Elbow Cay's dune restoration after Hurricane Floyd.  He is a member of the Abaco Rage sailing team, Hope Town Community Pool Committee, Bahamas Real Estate Association, Abaco Chamber Commerce, Bahamas Out Island Promotion Board, Bahamas Hotel Association and represented the Bahamas in several Sunfish World Championship Races.

He lives in Upalong on Back St. in Hope Town, Elbow Cay with his wife, daughters Jade 15, Shannon 11, son Dylan 9, two potcakes, and a cockatiel.  "Abaco is the best place in the world to raise children," claims Chris.  "It's a perfect place to be for kids of all ages.  I truly believe you retain your youth in Abaco, I still enjoy sailing, surfing, spear fishing, and any kind of fishing."