Tom W.

Principal Developer at CET UK

Tom W., whose LinkedIn username is tomwavering, is an experienced executive and educator with a strong background in innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology. He currently serves as the Chief University Strategy and Innovation Officer at Texas Christian University.2 3

Professional Background

Prior to his role at Texas Christian University, Tom W. held several notable positions:

Executive Director, Tom Love Innovation Hub at University of Oklahoma: From September 2016, Tom led the Innovation Hub, which generated an impact of over $320 million since 2017. The Hub focused on inspiring, teaching, launching, and supporting successful startups across Oklahoma and the Heartland.1

Entrepreneurship Faculty at University of Oklahoma: Starting in January 2019, Tom served as faculty in the Price College of Business, teaching entrepreneurship.1

Vice President of Strategic Technologies at Intelligent Automation, Inc.: From October 2014 to September 2016, Tom led the Strategic Technologies Division, working on business development, technology transition, and growth strategies.1

Vice President at Luna Innovations: Between 2006 and 2009, Tom managed Luna's Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) business and led the Technology Development Division.1

Education

Tom W. holds two degrees from Virginia Tech:

Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (1996-1998)
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (1992-1996)1

Expertise and Impact

Tom W. has demonstrated expertise in:

Innovation and entrepreneurship
Technology development and transition
Business strategy and growth
Program management and leadership

His work at the University of Oklahoma's Innovation Hub has had a significant impact, generating over $320 million since 2017 through various programs supporting startups and innovation.1

Highlights

Jun 1 · dallasinnovates.com

Texas Christian University Names First Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer - dallasinnovates.com

Mar 19 · WTVQ

KSTC launches accelerator to prepare small business for DOD contract - ABC 36 News - WTVQ

Experience

Principal Developer at CET UK (August 2021 - Present)

Lead Developer at CET UK (January 2020 - October 2021), Senior Software Developer at Scott Logic (June 2018 - December 2019), Software Developer at Scott Logic (September 2017 - June 2018), Software Developer at ProspectSoft (October 2014 - September 2017), Technical Consultant at ProspectSoft (August 2012 - October 2014), Mixologist at Bar Revenge (September 2011 - July 2012), Junior Solutions Consultant at ProspectSoft (August 2010 - August 2011), Bar Staff at Club Revenge (March 2009 - July 2010)

Education

BTEC National Diploma in Computer Science, DDM at Northbrook College (2006 - 2008), Bachelor's Degree in Computer Software Engineering, 2:2 at University of Brighton (2008 - 2012)