Tom Simpson

For over two decades, Tom has been a driving force in founding, building, leading, and investing in tech companies across gaming, marketing, and data plus AI. With two significant exits and a track record of success across Asia and global markets, Tom is widely recognized for his ability to cultivate successful ventures.

Tom’s illustrious career includes integral roles such as Non-Executive Chair at Totally Awesome and SVP, APAC for AdColony (now Digital Turbine), the largest global in-app marketing platform. He also served as Head of Digital at Mindshare, where he steered digital strategies to new heights.

In 2023, Tom assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer at Livewire, a leading global GameTech company. Driven to propel global brands into the gaming sphere, Tom focuses on fortifying and acquiring strategic, technological, data-driven, and creative capabilities to empower marketers in this evolving landscape. Tom is also a sought-after industry speaker, delivering keynote addresses at prestigious events including ATS, Campaign, AdWeek, and MMA, and is a recipient of the Campaign '40 under 40' award. He also serves on the boards of the Mobile Marketing Association APAC and the IAB Gaming Committee. Tom’s forward-thinking approach is actively shaping the future of marketing and technology.