Tom Arbour

AI Data Trainer | Environmental Science, Geospatial & Video Specialist

Tom Arbour is an experienced professional with a strong background in environmental science, geospatial data, and scientific communication. Currently serving as an AI Data Trainer at Mercor since August 2025, Tom collaborates with AI research teams to enhance large language models and multimodal AI systems. For over 16 years, Tom has been a freelance photographer for Getty Images, specializing in travel, nature, wildlife, lifestyle, and food photography. Previously, Tom held the position of Curator of Living Collections at Holden Forests & Gardens, overseeing a collection of over 17,000 trees and plants, and has extensive experience with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources in various roles, including Natural Resources Administrator, where Tom led the creation of the Ohio Trails Vision. Tom's academic credentials include a Master of Environmental Science in Applied Ecology from Miami University and a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies from Hiram College.

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