Tom Ball

Tom Ball is an accomplished entrepreneur and social advocate with over two decades of experience in founding and leading innovative companies. Currently, Tom serves as the Founder of DeskLodge, a flexible workspace provider, and holds the position of Trustee at the Firebird Foundation, focusing on social equity for children and women. With a background as CEO of NearDesk and Cognac, Tom has consistently driven initiatives that support flexible working solutions and effective communication strategies. Tom's entrepreneurial journey began with CD9, a successful web design firm, and includes pivotal roles at DomainAudit.com Ltd, AllABoardroom, and OpenSoho/Entretain. Tom is also an active member and host at The Supper Club, fostering connections among fast-growth entrepreneurs. An alumnus of the University of Cambridge, Tom holds an MA MEng in Engineering.