Tom is a seasoned executive and senior advisor in the telecommunications industry, currently serving as a board member of various organisations.

With deep expertise at the intersection of technology and business strategy, he has a proven track record of leading transformative initiatives that drive growth and innovation across the telecom sector.

In his role, Tom leverages his extensive experience in strategic leadership and operational excellence to enhance organizational performance. He has successfully overseen major mergers and acquisitions. After France Telecom bought Orange he was brought onboard as CEO, where he built on the success of the business transformation and the need for scale efficiencies. He developed a strategy to merge Orange and T-Mobile, which he led with the integration of the two businesses to form the UK’s largest operator EE (with over 27 million customers at that time), where he served as the inaugural CEO. His leadership has consistently focused on aligning technological advancements with business objectives to deliver impactful results.

Tom also founded Virgin Mobile after persuading Sir Richard Branson to back his plan for the brand, eventually leading to its flotation and subsequent sale to NTL, which formed Virgin Media.

Tom has been recognized for his contributions to the telecommunications industry, receiving a lifetime achievement award. His extensive background equips him with a unique perspective on the interplay between technology and business strategy, enabling him to drive meaningful change.

Outside of his professional endeavors, Tom is passionate about motorsports, where he started his career as a professional racing driver. He enjoys spending quality time with his family, often exploring new destinations and sharing his love for adventure.