Tom has over 20 years of technology and business development experience in a variety of industries. Prior to joining Touchstone Advisors, Tom was an M&A advisor helping clients on buyside transactions through his own consulting firm. He mainly focused on tech-driven companies in materials/chemicals, clean energy, medical devices, and electronic component industries in the North American and European markets. He works with companies ranging from high-tech startups to multibillion dollar public companies.
Early in his career, Tom was a scientist leading product development from R&D to commercialization and worked with BD Medical, Siemens Energy, and United Technologies. Tom is passionate about discussing technology and its social impacts through the lens of public policy. Tom has a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Ga Tech and a Master’s in Public Affairs from the University of Colorado. He is also a certified Project Management Professional (PMP)®.