Dba Tom Arnold

Tom Arnold, DBA, CFA, CAIA, MRICS, is a renowned global public investor with a proven track record of delivering exceptional financial results.

With a background spanning over 30 years, Dr. Arnold excels in organizational design, talent acquisition, professional development, and system and controls implementation.

He is a skilled communicator who excels in aligning organizations with a common mission and narrative.

His research and teaching interests cover a wide range of topics including leadership, organizational change, finance, entrepreneurship, private equity, and real estate.

Dr. Arnold is a collaborative industry-academic professional with extensive executive experience and a strong passion for higher education.

He has taught and lectured at more than 20 higher education institutions and has served on educational advisory boards.

Dr. Arnold holds a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in Finance from the University of Florida, an MBA from Dartmouth College, and has completed programs at Harvard Business School, London Business School, and New York University School of Law.

He also holds degrees in Economics, Higher Education Administration, and Law.

In his professional journey, Dr. Arnold has held various senior advisory and leadership roles at prestigious organizations such as McKinsey & Company, Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, Cerberus Capital Management, and ING Real Estate.

He has a wealth of experience in real estate investment and management, having served as the Global Head of Real Estate at Abu Dhabi Investment Authority and in other key positions.

His legal background and expertise in commercial law further enrich his skill set, making him a well-rounded professional in the financial and real estate sectors.