Rob Tomkins

Senior IT PM at King's College London

Rob Tomkins is a seasoned IT professional and Entrepreneur with a rich background encompassing 15 years of diverse experience in various IT roles across different sectors.

Rob's journey in the tech industry began as an Engineer in the banking field before venturing into the realms of blockchain technology, Edtech, and higher education sectors.

Passionate about innovation, Rob has actively engaged with startups as an advisor and has co-founded a Blockchain company in 2017 and an ed-tech company in 2020.

With a keen interest in Edtech, blockchain, and emerging technologies, Rob currently focuses on Defi and Polkadot projects, collaborating with founders to ensure product development aligns with set goals and KPIs.

Rob has a remarkable track record of raising a cumulative amount of $25 million for the tech startups he has collaborated with, showcasing his aptitude in the entrepreneurial and fundraising spheres.

An adept writer, Rob has authored several successful whitepapers and is a sought-after speaker at global blockchain conferences, underscoring his thought leadership and expertise in the field.

With 7 years of experience in higher education, Rob possesses a deep understanding of the challenges faced by universities, a knowledge that has been further amplified in the wake of the Covid-19 Pandemic.

Recognized for his strong work ethic and commitment, Rob has achieved notable milestones during his tenure at King’s College, including spearheading critical projects like the Windows Virtual Desktop implementation and the Multi-factor authentication rollout to enhance cybersecurity.

Moreover, Rob played a pivotal role in establishing a 5G research testbed in London, collaborating with researchers from multiple universities, JISC, BT, and Ericsson, showcasing his proficiency in fostering collaborative initiatives.

With a Bachelor's degree in American Studies from the University of Sussex, Rob has held key positions at reputable organizations such as King's College London, Eduati, Block Estates, Fiverr, XMA, University of the Arts London, NCR Corporation, Barclays Corporate & Investment Bank, and Harry the hirer.