Tom Strawhorn

• Assessed the market then developed an operating model, financial forecasts, and go-to-market strategy for an education client to bring a new B2B product to market
• Developed successful business cases to support investment in infrastructure, buildings and renewables to reduce emissions and costs for clients in the higher education, local government, health, retail and utilities sectors
• Managed a service design project in the education sector to deliver an improved user experience and refine the client’s operating model
• Developed a pricing strategy in response to COVID-19 and other drivers to strengthen a university’s international student market share
• Conceived, designed and supported implementation of a new innovative training model and a new 40 FTE government division to improve the quality and quantity of apprenticeships and traineeships.

Tom was previously a consultant at a boutique energy consultancy, guiding clients to create high performing and environmentally sustainable buildings and infrastructure. He holds a Master of Engineering (civil engineering with business) and a Bachelor of Science (civil systems) from the University of Melbourne. During Tom’s studies he worked part-time in technical engineering and consulting while pursuing his interests in public health and start-ups.

Tom can often be found at start-up pitch nights or watching movies. He is prone to overindulging in coffee and enjoys eating new foods he isn’t sure how to pronounce.