Harnessing AI to build thriving organisational cultures: Insight to impact
Consultant.
Researcher.
Thought Partner.
What I do
Consulting
I partner with leaders to navigate complexity, drive cultural alignment, and deliver practical, values-led solutions in real-world settings.
Research
My current focus explores how AI, leadership, and organisational culture intersect – pushing the boundaries of insight to shape the future of work.
Thought leadership
I write, speak, and build models that cut through noise – offering frameworks, field-tested wisdom, and honest perspectives for leaders and teams.
Here’s what I’ve been thinking, writing, working through lately.
Some recent reflections
The Pump Primer: Keeping Relationships Flowing
A simple thank-you can act as a pump primer – keeping relationships energised and flowing. This post explores how small gestures sustain the Reinventing Engine of Success in life and leadership.
Context is Everything – From the Alhambra to AI
From ancient engineering in the Alhambra to modern AI, this post explores how context shapes capability – reminding us that success often flows not from skill alone, but from setting.
“The Antipode” – A Moment in Madrid
Over coffee in Madrid, a stately Spaniard called New Zealand “the antipode of Spain.” Not just geography – a poetic nod to distance, contrast, and the quiet wonder of being far away.
The Governance Compass™: Turning complexity into clarity
Born in the field, not the classroom – this framework started at Yancoal, helping align a corporate centre with ten mine sites. It set clear rules of engagement, defined decision rights, and built a shared foundation for growth.
Now, I help other organisations build their own compass – to sharpen roles, align behaviours, and scale trust across teams and functions.
About Tom
The human behind the research
I’ve worked with leaders in mines, boardrooms, and beyond – helping them make sense of complexity and lead with character.
Now, I’m combining 40 years of lived experience with fresh eyes on the future.
I keep a guitar nearby – not to play, but to think better.
What others say
“Tom doesn’t just diagnose problems – he gives us a compass and a path.”
“Straight-talking. Values-led. Strategically sharp.”
“A powerful mix of wisdom and practicality.”
Let’s talk
Whether you’re planning a transformation, leading a team, or just trying to make sense of the noise – I can help you find clarity and traction.
Let’s have a conversation that moves things forward.