Tom Baroch

Tom Baroch is a seasoned professional in supply chain management and strategic partnerships, currently serving as the Sr. Director of Strategic Partnerships at Waabi since August 2025, focusing on OEM and Tier 1 technical partnerships. Previously, Tom held various leadership roles at Outrider, where significant contributions included developing a partnership ecosystem for autonomous yard operations and establishing the Global Supply Management and Materials Planning teams. Tom's extensive experience also encompasses positions at Waymo, Tesla, Apple, and Bosch, where expertise in global supply management, sourcing, and strategic negotiations has been demonstrated across automotive and technology sectors. Tom holds an M.B.A. in Finance from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan.