Henry worked his way up from the concession stands at Jones Beach State Parks to executive-level positions within the NHL. In May 1999, he became the COO of the Tampa Bay Lightning, a role he held permanently until December 2008 and on a consulting basis from January 2009 to August 2010.[3][4][5] In 2004, the Lightning won the Stanley Cup against the Calgary Flames and Henry was among those who had their name engraved on the Cup.[6] He joined the Nashville Predators franchise in 2010, assuming his role of President and Alternate Governor on September 7 of that year. [3] Michelle Kennedy became the new President and Alternate Governor on July 14, 2023, allowing Henry to focus on his role as CEO and the organizations growing sports and entertainment portfolio.[7]
A Long Island native, Henry attended the State University of New York for his Bachelor's degree.[6][3][8] He is the uncle of M3 Technology's COO Michael Caton.[citation needed]. Henry and wife Tracey live in Franklin, Tennessee, have four children, and one grand daughter. They are active in their children's schools, activities and countless charities; The Weaver Center, The YWCA, Monroe Carrell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt, College scholarships, Wings of Liberty among countless other initiatives.
