Tom Penford is a Business Leader, Programme Manager, and Chartered Accountant. He has established a reputation as a driving force in strategy, innovation, and relationship development.
A proven SME in crowdsourcing engagement, with a history of achievement formulating strategy, mitigating risks, managing stakeholders, and implementing change management initiatives
As well as a Visionnaire mentor, Tom is Head of Strategy & Innovation at Future Arc.
“I have an entrepreneurial mindset and I’m able to see the inner workings of all departments and how they help each other function as a whole when devising innovation strategy. This allows me to pinpoint any a
reas of disconnect and bridge the gaps between a company and its target customers. My expertise extends across driving efficiency and productivity through the evaluation and structuring of financial management systems.
I am an entrepreneurial and strategic advisor, problem-solver and innovator. I have worked in senior roles at PwC and venture-builder Future Arc, having qualified as a Chartered Accountant following an early career as a professional footballer. My work has included SME crowdsourcing, start-up fund-raising and business development of consultancy services.
I am passionate about problem-solving and re-imagining the possible, helping to educate and influence leaders on disruptive technologies and megatrends. I am also practised in implementation of strategy, mitigating risks, managing stakeholders and delivering success for large and small businesses. I am motivated to mentor founders in realising the potential of their businesses”.
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