About Thomas

Account Director, Spurwing Communications

Specialties: strategic communications; regulatory affairs; government relations; stakeholder engagement strategies; sustainability communications

Tom has 9 years’ experience in communications working in multinationals. He first worked on license to operate issues with SABMiller, a FTSE-10 global brewer, where he moved into UK government relations. He has worked with Corporate Affairs functions in Asia and Africa, bringing his specialisms in sustainability and public affairs.

Tom is a trusted advisor to help businesses think strategically about approaching development issues while the operating environment is constantly changing. He is familiar with the influence of global MLOs and the importance of partnership work to creating shared value. He is always keen to explore innovative approaches to ESG issues and has worked closely with developing markets on their sustainability programmes and reporting.