Thomas Connell

Tom Connell is a visionary entrepreneur and senior leader with over 25 years of diverse industry experience, specializing in Public Safety, Life Safety, and Identity Management. Currently serving as Vice President of Business Development for the Americas at Magic Software Enterprises, Tom leads strategic efforts to drive sales, expand market presence, and deliver revenue growth.

Before joining Magic Software, Tom held leadership roles at Johnson Controls International (JCI), where he was instrumental in expanding JCI's Life Safety Systems portfolio. His key accomplishments include developing and commercializing Shot Detection technology and the TrueAlert ES Addressable Notification product, an advanced line of intelligent notification systems. He also managed strategic alliances and partnerships that broadened JCI’s global offerings.

Tom’s career has been marked by leadership in critical safety sectors, including serving as Managing Director of Advanced Response Concepts, VP of Government Solutions for Vuance, and COO for Disaster Management Solutions. He has spearheaded public-private partnerships, working with FEMA and other organizations on award-winning technology development initiatives, especially in response to weapons of mass destruction and pandemics post-9/11.

Tom's career is a testament to his unwavering dedication to safety and innovation. He holds 17 awarded or pending patents and has contributed to several prestigious institutions, including the National Fire Protection Association and ANSI’s Homeland Security Standards Panel. His commitment to safety extends beyond corporate leadership to his work as a volunteer Firefighter/EMT for 16 years and as an educator in technical rescue (USAR) for two decades.

In addition to his corporate achievements, Tom is the Principal Consultant at Forge Pond Consulting, advising startups and established companies on market strategy and growth. His expertise in new market development, business strategy, and revenue generation has helped organizations achieve sustained success.

Tom resides in Massachusetts with his wife and three of their six children, on a family farm that has been in his family for five generations. A US Army Veteran and Eagle Scout, Tom remains committed to serving his community, mentoring youth at his church, and preserving his family’s legacy through his passion for genealogy and history.