"a GOAT."

I still remember the first time I chatted with Tom: what struck me wasn’t just how early he was on a project, but how he broke it down in a way that made sense instantly. He doesn’t just know things, he makes them accessible. More than once, he’s pointed me towards a path I hadn’t even considered, and it ended up shaping the way I look at this space. Tom isn’t just sharp; he’s generous with his time and his perspective. If you get the chance to learn from him, take it.