Thom Sinclair

Thom Sinclair is an experienced professional in the field of knowledge management, organizational development, and learning. He currently serves as the Vice President of Knowledge Management, Organizational Development and Learning at Bixal, a position he has held since October 2023.1

Professional Background

With over 25 years of experience, Thom has dedicated his career to making a positive impact through learning, innovation, collaboration, and creativity.1 His expertise spans various sectors and includes work with:

• US Government agencies
• Bilateral and multilateral aid agencies
• Development finance institutions
• Foundations
• Private sector partners

International Experience

Thom's professional experience extends across multiple countries, including:

Botswana, Canada, Ecuador, Estonia, France, Ghana, Honduras, Jamaica, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malawi, Mozambique, Pakistan, Philippines, Rwanda, South Africa, Tanzania, Thailand, Uganda, Ukraine, UK, US, and Zambia.1

Key Skills and Focus Areas

Thom specializes in:

• Knowledge management
• Organizational learning
• Collaboration
• Adaptive management
• Capacity building
• Systems thinking

Previous Roles

Before joining Bixal, Thom held several notable positions:

1. Senior Operations Officer at The World Bank (July 2015 - July 2021)

   • Worked with CGAP (Consultative Group to Assist the Poor)
   • Served as Gateway Chief Digital Learning Strategist and Senior Advisor
   • Led teams in capacity development and capacity building in digital finance and financial inclusion1

2. Senior Associate - Knowledge and Learning at The QED Group (October 2007 - August 2012)

   • Focused on capacity building and knowledge management across multiple sectors1

At Bixal, Thom leads a team dedicated to improving organizations through consulting projects both in the US and internationally. He mentors and motivates staff and consultants, empowering them to contribute to Bixal's overall success.1