Drawing from a passion in urban sustainability and development, Tom currently works as Business Development Manager for InsulShop Australia. InsulShop imports and manufactures specialised insulation products for distribution to the Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) industry. InsulShop innovates commercial and industrial insulation products which challenge conventional product offerings, thereby affording productivity benefits to specialised insulation contractors, as well as a greener result for the end user.Tom utilises his strong background in the urban development industry to research and develop specialised insulation products (both domestically and internationally) which strike a crucial balance between environmental, economic and social sustainability. Key outcomes of the role have included:- Research and consequent development of new innovative insulation materials- Development of key marketing material- Development of relationships with both domestic and international manufacturers- Product pricing point negotiation - Product certification for compliance within the Australian construction industry- Development of strategic relationships with sub distributors and direct contracting clients to enable business growth- Development of a business plan and key growth targets

Following successful completion of the graduate program at Elton Consulting, Tom progressed to the role of consultant across both Urban and Social Planning. Within this position, Tom was responsible for undertaking:Urban Planning:Urban Policy ReviewPlanning Due Diligence AssessmentsDevelopment Applications: Statement of Environmental EffectsCrime Prevention Through Environmental Design Assistance (CEPTED)Social Planning:Qualitative and Quantative Social ResearchSocial and Economic Impact Assessments of Urban DevelopmentSocial Infrastructure AuditingDetailed Demographic AnalysisData Analysis and Report WritingAssistance in Development of Strategic Social Policy DocumentsCommunity Hub Planning / Community Development Programs and Initiatives Stakeholder Engagement:Face to Face SurveysModeration of Online Survey ToolsAssistance Operating Engagement Events - Workshops, Forums, Community Information Feedback Sessions (CIFs)

Tom worked across the field of both Urban and Social Planning, providing him with a somewhat unique skillset. During Tom's position, diversity across disciplines resulted in a strong skillset in the fields of: - Community and Stakeholder Engagement- Community Consultation- Quantitative and Qualitative Research- Social Impact Assessment- Social infrastructure planning- Community Hub Planning / Community Development Programs and Initiatives - Data Analysis and Report Writing- Planning Approvals- Due Diligence- Strategic Planning