Elemental Advanced Materials is poised to make a major impact in the processing of waste plastics and other materials into valuable commodities. Tom successfully led the seed and three subsequent funding rounds (including a PE driven Series A) for Elemental. Recently transitioned the CEO and remains Board Chair. Creating and implementing Elemental’s strategic focus are primary responsibilities.Managing Partner - Palantir Capital Management (RIA) 2004 - 2015Chief Investment Officer for regional RIA. Tripled AUM from 2000 to early 2004 ($160 million to $500 million)Regional Director of Investments - CIGNA Financial Advisors, 1994 - 1999. Quintupled investment production in Houston over 4 years, tripled investment production in 2 years in Dallas (each team consisting of more than 25 planners/advisors)Created and managed the Palantir Fund ('40 act mutual fund), 2007 - 2010. Global long/short equity strategy. Successfully marketed nationwide to RIA's and advisors Past head of investment effort for regional charitable foundation with $150 million in portfolio assets.Over 25 years experience in alternatives research and portfolio managementFrequent speaker to professional and lay groups, locally and nationally, on investment strategy and connections between political, cultural forces and investment trendsTaught highly rated investments course at Rice University for several years to the alumni / friends of the university community.