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Tom Johnstone
Co-Founder & CEO, OPTIMIST Drinks
Tom Johnstone is a seasoned branding and marketing professional who has led brand strategy for top global brands and held leadership positions in renowned agencies in the US and UK.
With a background in Classics from the University of Nottingham, Tom has leveraged his expertise to establish himself as the Founder of Optimist Drinks and is currently venturing into launching his own brand and product line.
Having served as the Chief Marketing Officer at Ember Technologies, Inc., Chief Development Officer at 72andSunny, Group Strategy Director at 72andSunny, Board Strategy Director at AMV BBDO, and Head of Strategy at DLKW Lowe Limited, Tom brings a wealth of experience to his new venture.
From his humble beginnings as an Intern to the journey of becoming a Board Member at AMV BBDO, Tom has consistently demonstrated his commitment to excellence and innovation in the marketing and branding domain.
With a passion for creating impactful brands and a strong background in leading marketing and sales for a startup technology brand, Tom is poised to make a significant mark with his new brand and product line, driven by a mission he deeply cares about.
