I do what I do because I want to help build a better world.

I believe we can harness the power of innovation and technology to shape societies that are both economically successful and socially equitable.  

I believe we do this best when we understand the underlying context, deep complexities, and multiple interconnections influencing organizations, the economy, and society at large. 

But understanding is not enough.

I also believe positive change only happens when we communicate ideas so clearly that anyone can be inspired to act. That is why I founded Orbit Policy.

I bring to Orbit Policy deep policy expertise and experience spanning both Canada and the UK.

I have advised and written for innovation agencies, regional chambers of commerce, trade associations, scientific organizations and think tanks. My reports and white papers have been used by private and public bodies. Many have reached Ministerial desks.

Before founding Orbit Policy:

• I was the Director, Innovation Policy for Mitacs. Mitacs is a national not-for-profit innovation agency that empowers Canadian innovation through effective partnerships between business and academia that deliver solutions to our most pressing problems.

• I served as Policy Director, Innovation and Technology for the Toronto Region Board of Trade, Canada’s largest local chamber of commerce.

• I was Policy Manager, Brexit and Trade for techUK, the UK’s largest technology trade association.

• I was Policy Advisor for the Royal Society, the world’s oldest continuously-operating scientific academy.

Intellectually curious, I am driven to uncover, understand, and connect the underlying trends, systems, and geopolitics that shape our modern world. 

And with a PhD in history, I naturally bring academic rigor to my work: my research, reports and communications are clear, comprehensive and evidence-based.

Connect with me directly at tom@orbitpolicy.com