Tom Smedley’s career trajectory reads like a masterclass in business expertise. From his early days as a director at Savills PLC to his recent appointment as Chief Commercial Officer at Zero, Smedley has consistently demonstrated an ability to scale startups into industry powerhouses.
At Savills, Smedley quickly rose through the ranks, becoming the youngest director in the company’s history. His strategies led to the creation of several successful departments and subsidiaries, expanding Savills’ market share significantly.
“I believe in challenging the status quo. If your competitors are unwilling to take a risk, it’s an opportunity for you to get ahead of them,” Smedley remarks. This philosophy would become the motivator behind Smedley’s future endeavors, propelling him into a world of disruptive start-ups and technologies.
The Midas Touch: Turning Startups into Powerhouses
Tom Smedley’s post-Savills career has been marked by struggles and successes. At Foresight Works, he led the development of an …