Tom Fifield

Distributed People and Infrastructure

Tom Fifield is an experienced professional in the field of distributed infrastructure and open source software, currently serving as the Chief Operating Officer at Aptira.1 2 Here's a comprehensive overview of his background and expertise:

Professional Experience

Tom Fifield has established himself as an expert in:

Managing distributed teams
Navigating cultural nuances in international projects
Large-scale distributed infrastructure, particularly cloud computing
Open source software, with a focus on OpenStack
Strategic implementations of technology1

Career History

Throughout his career, Tom has held several key positions:

Chief Operating Officer at Aptira (current role)1 2
Director at the British Chamber of Commerce in Taipei
Roles within the OpenStack Foundation
Positions at NeCTAR and the University of Melbourne

Education

Tom holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Software Engineering from the University of Melbourne, providing a strong foundation for his technical expertise.

Community Involvement

Tom has been actively involved in the open source community, particularly with OpenStack. He has played a significant role in:

Welcoming the OpenStack Summit to Sydney alongside Aptira's founder and CEO, Tristan Goode3
Contributing to the growth and development of the OpenStack ecosystem

Additional Information

Tom is based in Taipei City, Taiwan1
He has a strong network of contacts in the field of distributed infrastructure and open source software
His LinkedIn username is tomfifield, and his email for professional connections is linkedin@tomfifield.net

Tom Fifield's expertise in managing distributed teams, navigating cultural nuances, and implementing strategic solutions in cloud computing and open source software makes him a valuable asset in his role as Chief Operating Officer at Aptira.