Thomas Dowdy is a Principal (Retained Executive Search Consultant) at The Energists. He possess expertise in talent management, executive search, petroleum, recruiting, performance management and 45 more skills. He is proficient in Russia. Colleagues describe him as "Thomas was a peer within the Tenaris recruiting function but quickly assumed the role of a mentor for me. He brings the polish of big O&G while having a natural ability to change vague directions from executives into realistic next steps.", "I have known Thomas Dowdy for 9 years as both a friend and a colleague. He is a knowledgeable, dependable, and hard working. I am happy recommend and discuss Tom to anyone who is interested in sharing my experiences and dealings with Thomas. Bill Card", and "I worked with Tom in BP HR for a year. During that period Tom explicitely showed how skillful he is in building and managing working and personal relationships at different levels. He works with people, he understands people and people for Tom are more than just people for a recruiting manager. He sees the potential, he coaches and advises on development and carreer for those he places in the organisation. Tom speaks the same language with the business and stake holders. He very well understands the business dynamics and adjusts resourcing strategies accordingly."