Tom Bedard

Tom Bedard currently serves as the Senior Manager for Emergency Operations at Walmart, overseeing the Emergency Operations Center and providing critical weather briefings. With extensive experience in emergency preparedness, Tom has previously held positions including Emergency Preparedness and Business Continuity Manager at AccuWeather and Instructor at the International Association of Venue Managers. Notable achievements include receiving multiple awards from AccuWeather for excellence in leadership and client service. Tom's early career involved significant roles at the National Disaster Preparedness Training Center, where course development and instruction were key responsibilities, alongside roles in emergency medical services. Tom holds a Bachelor of Science in Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology from Penn State University.