Thomas Naylor
Seasoned IT Executive and Transformation Specialist
Professional Overview
Thomas Naylor is an accomplished IT executive and transformation expert with over 20 years of experience driving strategic technology initiatives across a diverse range of industries. As the Founder of hifo, he leverages his deep technical expertise and business acumen to help organizations optimize their IT operations, enhance cybersecurity posture, and unlock new avenues for growth.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Founder of hifo, Thomas is responsible for setting the strategic vision and leading the execution of innovative technology solutions tailored to the unique needs of his clients. He works closely with executive teams to identify pain points, assess digital maturity, and implement robust IT frameworks that drive operational efficiency, improve risk management, and enable digital transformation.
Career Progression
Prior to founding hifo, Thomas held various senior advisory and consulting roles, including CIO Consultancy Services and IT Transformation and IT Due Diligence and Cyber Assurance at enablement.tech, Advisor at Community Partners, Consultant at Endava Private Equity Group, and Associate Partner at Panamoure Limited. He also served as the Senior Advisor at Skopos Lab, where he specialized in vulnerability detection, prediction, and mitigation, and as the CIO at Salamanca Group, where he was responsible for driving the organization's technology strategy and infrastructure modernization.
Academic Background
Thomas holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the University of Bath, where he demonstrated a strong aptitude for data-driven decision-making and strategic problem-solving.
Areas of Expertise
- IT Strategy and Transformation
- Cybersecurity and Risk Management
- Enterprise Architecture and IT Governance
- IT Due Diligence and Merger/Acquisition Integration
- Cloud Migration and Infrastructure Optimization
- Data Analytics and Business Intelligence
- Program and Project Management
- Executive Leadership and Stakeholder Engagement
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Thomas has successfully led numerous high-impact technology initiatives, including the design and implementation of a cloud-based enterprise resource planning (ERP) system that drove a 30% improvement in operational efficiency for a multinational manufacturing firm. He has also played a pivotal role in strengthening the cybersecurity posture of several organizations, implementing advanced threat detection and response capabilities that reduced the risk of data breaches by 45%.
Conclusion
With his extensive background in IT leadership, Thomas is uniquely positioned to help organizations navigate the complex and ever-evolving technology landscape. As the Founder of hifo, he continues to leverage his expertise to empower clients, drive innovation, and foster sustainable growth in the digital age.
