Tom Edwards Email & Phone Number

London, Gb

As a former Chief Digital, Chief Marketing, Chief Data, and Chief Innovation Officer, Tom brings over 20+ years of experience blending data, AI, and business strategy forward for his clients. Tom currently serves as a consumer products and retail AI & Data leader in support of sector teams and the customer and growth field of play. Tom resides within the US tech consulting practice as a part of the AI and Data Quantitative Modeling sub competency.Tom covers all aspects of AI and data strategy focused on value creation across various functions. From reimagining hyper personalization and advanced consumer data strategies to AI centric operating models, governance, risk mitigation, tech selection, change management, use case prioritization, proof of concept delivery, ML model selection, responsible AI and helping clients blend traditional applied AI and generative AI solutions. Tom currently serves as a leading facilitator of EY’s AI Masterclass and Tom is a recognized thought leader and keynote speaker being named a 2024 AI Keynote speaker to Watch. Tom was also recently recognized as a 2024 recipient of the Global Recognition AI award, and a 2024 Top 50 Tech Professional award for his AI work & Keynote speaking.

Frisco, Texas, Us

Tom Edwards is an award-winning futurist keynote speaker with a strong focus on AI. With over 200 keynote speeches delivered, Tom speaks passionately about the intersection of artificial intelligence, emerging technology, & consumer behavior, with his latest talk, The AI Effect. AWARDS – Multiple Industry & Individual Awards• 2024 Global Recognition AI Award• 2024 AI Keynote Speaker to Watch• 2024 Top 50 Tech Professional• The 10 Most Inspiring Tech Leaders to Watch 2022• 2022 DFWIMA Marketer of the Year• 2022 OnCon Icon Top 10 Global Marketer Award (2)• 2021 Top 50 Most Influential Business Leader in Tech• 2021 OnCon Icon Top 10 Global Marketer Award• 2021 MARsum Top 100 Marketing & Advertising Leader• 2020 CX Summit - Digital Marketing Professional of the Year• 2020 OnCon Top 50 Global Marketer Award • 2020 & 2019 Strathmore WW Professional of the Year for Marketing & Emerging Technology • 2019 Tech Titan Awards – Technology Advocate Award Winner• 2019 OnCon Icon Marketing Award Winner – Marketing Trailblazer• 2019 OnCon Icon Marketing Award Winner – Marketing Contributor (Thought Leadership)• 2019 P2PI – Institute Faculty Recognition • 2017 AdAge Marketing Technology Trailblazer For the past 20 years, many of the top brands in the world have recognized Tom. Apple calls Tom “bold and fearless”, Nintendo states “Tom has a level of expertise I’ve rarely seen in my career, Hulu called Tom “a leader in the digital realm”, Southwest Airlines states Tom “Is a forward thinker who pushes the convention”, c-Suite states Tom “Is insightful in what leaders need to know so they stay ahead of the competition”. Speaker Bio | https://www.tomedwards.aiOriginal Content | http://blackfin360.com/blogMedia Commentary | https://blackfin360.com/category/media-mentions/KEYNOTE SPEAKING: If you're interested in Tom speaking at your event please contact booking agent Chris Lee - chris@calentertainment.com

New York, Ny, Us

Omnicom Health Group was recognized as the largest healthcare marketing & communications network by revenue, with more than a dozen companies & 5,000+ talented people specializing in every area of health marketing and communications. In my previous role as Chief Digital & Data Officer, I held a broad range of responsibilities. These included leading the digital and data center of excellence, with a focus on AI, strategy, data, analytics, and innovation. My main objective was to drive transformational initiatives for Omnicom Health Group by expanding strategic consulting services, enhancing proprietary data offerings (Omni Health), scaling data science through AI, and productizing analytics solutions. Additionally, I worked to scale omnichannel capabilities (Omnichannel U), enhance experience strategy, enable creative technology, facilitate technology integration, drive the OHG innovation practice, and forge strategic partnerships (Digital Fusion).In this role, I also provided industry thought leadership as a keynote speaker and focused on talent development, mergers & acquisitions (Tech/Data/Analytics), and empowering the world-class agencies within the OHG network. Overall, my role was to ensure that Omnicom Health Group stayed ahead of the curve in terms of technology, data, and innovation, while also empowering our talented teams to deliver exceptional work for our clients.Served on multiple cross-holding company committees: Omnicom Innovation Council, Lead the Tech Fuel AI Cohort, and Health Mergers & AcquisitionsAWARDS – Multiple Industry & Individual Awards• 2022 Marketing 2.0 Outstanding Leadership Award• The 10 Most Inspiring Tech Leaders to Watch 2022• 2022 Dallas Fort Worth Interactive Marketing Association Marketer of the Year• 2022 OnCon Icon Top 10 Global Marketer Award (2x Winner) • 2021 Top 50 Most Influential Business Leader in Tech• 2021 OnCon Icon Top 10 Global Marketer Award• 2021 MARsum Top 100 Marketing & Advertising Leader

Westlake Village, California, Us

OVERVIEW: Tripleclix is a leading strategic gaming agency that specializes in developing marketing partnerships for game publishers while helping brands navigate the fast-paced and ever-evolving gaming industry. With over 60 years of combined industry experience, the agency is uniquely positioned to build strategies that combine publisher-driven gaming content with innovative and iconic brands, creating unique and compelling experiences for gamers and non-gamers alike.As part of my role at Tripleclix, I was responsible for supporting strategy, driving revenue growth, and elevating the agency's brand. Our impressive roster of clients included some of the biggest names in the industry, such as Xbox, Ferrara, Wizards of the Coast, WBIE, Kellogg's, Mondelez, Gillette, and Hollister.Overall, Tripleclix acts as the connective tissue between brands, publishers, retailers, and consumers, creating a seamless and engaging experience for all parties involved. The agency's unique approach to building strategic partnerships has helped it become one of the most respected and sought-after gaming agencies in the industry.

Irving, Texas, Us

OVERVIEW - Epsilon was a global leader in data, marketing, and technology enablement. Tom served as the Chief Digital / Data Strategy / Innovation Officer.As the overseer of both domestic and international teams, my responsibility was to ensure seamless coordination and effective collaboration across multiple areas of expertise. The teams that I oversaw included: Strategy & Insights, AI Practice, Data Scientists, Partner/Channel, Creative Technology, Innovation, Digital Transformation, Research, Technology Practice, Product Development, Media Planning, Shopper Strategy, Industry Evangelism, Analytics, Technology Integration, eCommerce, CRM, Marketing Automation, Business Analysis, Strategic Planning, Cross-functional team leadership, PMO, and Vendor Management.As part of my oversight, I worked closely with each of these teams to drive innovation and foster a culture of continuous improvement. By creating an environment that values experimentation, iteration, and learning, we drove business success. In addition to these internal responsibilities, I also served as an industry evangelist, speaking at events and conferences to showcase our thought leadership. AWARDS• 2019 Tech Titan Awards – Technology Advocate Award Winner• 2019 OnCon Icon Marketing Award Winner – Marketing Trailblazer• 2019 OnCon Icon Marketing Award Winner – Marketing Contributor (Thought Leadership) • 2019 WW Professional of the Year for Marketing & Emerging Technology• 2019 P2PI – Institute Faculty Recognition • 2017 Advertising Age Marketing Technology Trailblazer INDUSTRIES SERVICED – Cross Company Subject Matter Expert • CPG • Retail • Financial Services• High Tech • Food & Beverage • Pharma• Insurance • Automotive • Health CareKEY HIGHLIGHT – In 2015 I launched an artificial intelligence practice that fundamentally transformed the organization. This led to democratized access to data for strategic purposes and the successful launch of a data-centric product.

Dallas, Texas, Us

OVERVIEW – The Marketing Arm is the largest entity in Omnicom’s Diversified Agency Services Division (DAS). TMA is a full-service B2C agency that specializes in consumer promotions. This role had oversight of the centralized agency resources that serviced all accounts with horizontally distributed staff, product development for two successfully launched proprietary products, and served as group director of strategy teams across the United States. Departmental P&L responsibilities. Also, I served as a subject matter expert for cross-agency holding company-led initiatives. TEAM OVERSIGHT & RESPONSIBILITY – Distributed team structure • Digital Strategy • Social Strategy • Creative • CRM Strategy • Product Development • Innovation• Analytics • Media Strategy • Technology Integration• Program Management • Business Process Improvement • Vendor Management• Strategic Planning • Business Analysis • Cross-Functional Team LeadershipAWARDS – Individual and Organizational Awards• 2015 – Nominated by iMedia to Forbes as a top 10 Marketing Technologist • 2014 – iMedia Agency Marketer of the Year Finalist• 2014 – ATS Mobile – Top 20 Leader in Mobile Marketing• 2014 – YMCA Father of the Year – Frisco, Texas• 2011 – 2015 Agency Awards – Cannes Lions, Clio, One Show, Omma, Adweek, Webby, Reggie Awards, Addy Award, Pro AwardsINDUSTRIES SERVICED – Cross Holding Company Subject Matter Expert • CPG • Retail • Financial Services• High Tech • Food & Beverage • Pharma• Insurance • Telecommunications • Energy• Healthcare • Travel • AutomotiveKEY HIGHLIGHT – Led the merger and acquisition integration of social strategy agency Fanscape into The Marketing Arm. Strategic oversight exceeded revenue goals, which led to a successful earn-out for the founders. Campaigns won major industry awards and drove client results.

Amsterdam, Nl

OVERVIEW – Red Urban is a progressive Omnicom owned digital agency providing captivating digital solutions from conception through execution. Red Urban is aligned with DDB. This role was responsible for building and executing all facets of digital and emerging technology strategy. This included departmental P&L responsibilities. Also served as a subject matter expert for cross-agency holding company-led initiatives. TEAM OVERSIGHT & RESPONSIBILITY• Digital Strategy • Social Strategy • Technology• Marketing Technology • Emerging Technology • Innovation• Retail Strategy • Analytics • Technology IntegrationINDUSTRIES SERVICED – Cross Holding Company Subject Matter Expert • CPG • Retail • Gaming• High Tech • Food & Beverage • AutomotiveKEY HIGHLIGHT – Responsible for building the marketing technology practice for the Component group, including the creation of the Red Urban Digital Value Index. The Digital Value Index was a proprietary intelligence tool designed to enhance strategic consulting initiatives. It allowed clients to quickly understand various aspects of competitive positioning to allow for an agile response strategy.

Naples, Fl, Us

OVERVIEW – INgage Networks f/k/a Neighborhood America is a social media SaaS provider focused on comprehensive engagement solutions. This role included full P&L oversight and responsibility for all aspects of sales and marketing for domestic and international markets. TEAM OVERSIGHT & RESPONSIBILITY• Marketing • PR • Sales• Channel Strategy • Consulting • Product Marketing• Strategy • Technology Integration • CreativeINDUSTRIES SERVICED – Multiple Industries Serviced • Public Sector • Financial Services • CPGKEY HIGHLIGHT – Marketing efforts led to growth during an economic downturn. Efforts opened new market segments while gaining significant traction with industry analysts and capturing market share from competitors. Analyst outreach program led to inclusion in many industry reports, including the first reference in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant. Developed a comprehensive joint GTM strategy for international expansion in partnership with Microsoft.

Frisco, Texas, Us

OVERVIEW – Telligent is a recognized leader in the enterprise social collaboration space. Offerings included social software and analytics. This role included full P&L oversight and responsibility for all aspects of sales and marketing for domestic and international markets. Also served as the lead consultant for technology integration. TEAM OVERSIGHT & RESPONSIBILITY - Domestic & International Teams• Sales • Marketing & PR • Managed Services• Technology Integration • Consulting • Product Marketing• Channel Strategy • Strategy • Advertising SalesINDUSTRIES SERVICED – Multiple Industries Serviced • High Tech • Gaming • CPG• Automotive • Healthcare • ChemicalKEY HIGHLIGHT – Joined Telligent as employee number 20. During my tenure, revenue grew 7x with a 600% increase in revenue. Results led to a $20 million-dollar investment from Intel Capital. Launched the first-ever instance of video game user-created clips that were then ported to the web via Telligent software in partnership with Electronic Arts. Led comprehensive channel strategy in collaboration with Microsoft to deploy Telligent solutions via Microsoft field sales teams.

Frisco, Texas, Us

Official observer and advisor to the Board of Directors of Telligent Systems

Lubbock, Texas, Us

OVERVIEW – Co-founder and partner in the creation of Smooth Fusion, Inc. Smooth Fusion specializes in web/mobile/social application development in support of agency holding companies and client initiatives. This role included departmental P&L oversight. TEAM OVERSIGHT & RESPONSIBILITY – Total Team size 50 • Strategy • eCommerce • Channel Strategy• Account Leadership • Consulting • Technology IntegrationINDUSTRIES SERVICED – Cross Holding Company Subject Matter Expert • High Tech • CPG • RetailKEY HIGHLIGHT – Co-founder of Smooth Fusion. Led efforts for Microsoft preferred vendor status allowing growth from four employees to 90+. The company is still in business today celebrating 22 years of business.

Lubbock, Texas, Us

Founder, Partner and Board member of Smooth Fusion, Inc.Co-Founder and Partner in the creation of Smooth Fusion, Inc. Smooth Fusion specializes in web/mobile/social application development in support of agency (WPP, Interpublic, Omnicom) & client (Microsoft) initiatives.

OVERVIEW – Fullmoon Interactive was a full-service interactive agency and part of the eMarketplace network of internet properties. I led the technology and professional services practice. This role included departmental P&L oversight. Once named Managing Director, I had full P&L oversight. TEAM OVERSIGHT & RESPONSIBILITY – Total Team size 70 • Technology • Project Management • Consulting• Technology Integration • Marketing Technology • QA INDUSTRIES SERVICED – Cross Holding Company Subject Matter Expert • High Tech • CPG • Financial ServicesKEY HIGHLIGHT – Implemented organizational processes that led to efficiency gains that significantly increased profitability.

Fort Liberty, Nc, Us

Served as a 91B Combat Medic. Highlights included:* Graduated Airborne jump school - May 1995 (Ft. Benning)* Army Commendation Medal* 2 Army Achievement Medals* Primary Leadership Development Training* Battalion Soldier of the Year in 1994.

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Ma, Organizational Management

Omnicom University Senior Management Program