At the forefront of creating exceptional experiences
A globally respected business leader and representative in the events industry, I empower and enable brands, governments, organisations, teams and individuals to dream big.
I am passionate about achieving sustainable business outcomes by harnessing and leveraging the power and scale of events to connect, engage and develop cohesive, healthy and resilient economies, businesses and communities.
Providing advisory, strategy, executive and management services to public and private sector organisations to design, plan and achieve commercial, social and operational objectives across;
- Mega and Major International Events
- Global, National, State and City-wide projects
- Milestone and Hallmark projects
- Tourism and Destination Marketing campaigns
- Events and activations at any scale
- Always On, Annual and Cyclical programs
I have been a part of some of the world's largest projects, including;
- Olympic and Paralympic Games
- Commonwealth Games
- FIFA World Cups and FIFA Women's World Cups
- AFC Asian Cups
- Global and National Tours
- Corporate and Brand Activations and more...
Further, Thomas offers 17yrs of experience in senior leaderships roles in Single Family Offices, supporting UHNW families and individuals.
Board and Executive Director, Senior Advisor and Global Event Specialist, I lead committees, executives and teams to international, award winning success.
Board Director
Elected Board Director of Meetings & Events Australia (MEA)
https://www.meetingsevents.com.au/meet-team
MEA is the largest and oldest association for event professionals in Australia; dedicated to representing the broader events sector which employs more than 229,000 professionals who stage, produce, manage, support and supply the 480,000+ events held nationally each year, worth in excess of AUD$36 Billion.
CEO
CEO of SoldOut Events
Appointed July 2012
SoldOut Events are one of Australia's leading, and most awarded event agencies, with 30yrs of experience creating and producing Australia's and some of the world's largest events, including;
- Olympic and Paralympic Games
- Commonwealth Games
- World Championships and World Cups
- Global and National tours
SoldOut Events are the go-to agency when you want the job done right, the first time.They don’t just sell a dream, they deliver it above and beyond.
LEADERSHIP | ADVISORY | INSIGHTS | GOVERNANCE
MANAGEMENT | CONSULTANCY | NETWORK
Thomas offers 18yrs of leadership and experience in the creative, planning and production of events and experiences of local, national and global significance.
A dynamic leader with a demonstrated expertise to advise, strategies, develop and impelment programs at scale across public and private sectors. Thomas’ reputation, network and management-style ensure outcomes with sustainable impact are achieved. From design, creative, strategy and stakeholder management, through to production, logistics and operations - Thomas ensures clients receive a 360° approach.
Mega and Major Events
Multi-sport, multi-venue programs from bid-award to post-event
Advisory
Guidance, network and strategy for research, development and implementation of programs
Consultancy
Real-time solutions to assist and support efficient and effective outcomes across organisations
Thought Leadership
Global insights and industry-wide news, opportunities and updates
Insights
Key learnings, research and outcomes of projects and events
Governance
Systems, processes and personnel for effective leadership and sustainable business operations
Network
A trusted leader with discretion and connection at the highest levels across Australia and globally
Community Engagement
Small to large scale campaigns from local to national levels
Stakeholder Collaboration
Intra and inter management between Governments, Organisations, Communities and stakeholders