Thomas O'Malley

Tom O'Malley is an innovative entrepreneur and technology executive based in Palo Alto, California. He is the Founder and CEO of Currnt, a marketing intelligence startup that uses AI to recruit expert teams for virtual focus groups and advisory boards.2

Professional Background:

• Founded Currnt in 2015, creating a fully remote company that is 90% gig-based by 20182
• Previously held senior leadership positions at several major corporations:
  • Director of Strategy and Insights at Oracle (2010-2015)
  • Director roles at Avaya in various regional positions (2004-2007)
  • Worked at Qwest Communications in business development (2002-2004)1

Education:

• MBA from University of Chicago - Booth School of Business (2007-2009)
• Bachelor's degree from Emory University - Goizueta Business School
• Additional studies at Japan Center of Michigan State Universities1

Other Ventures:

• Co-Founder of LA LEYENDA, a blue agave tequila brand
• Founding Chapter Member of Crypto Monday San Diego
• Advisor to Yardbook.com1

O'Malley is known for his emphasis on empathy in business, believing it to be a critical competitive advantage. He currently resides in Coronado, California, with his wife and two daughters.2