Tom Birch
Managing Director of ALTFIVE
Tom Birch is a driven and dynamic leader with a consulting strength that sets him apart. For 18 years, he has worked across diverse industries and led many large-scale business improvement and transformation programs that deliver real and lasting impact. Tom embodies the core traits of an exceptional consultant: he’s people-oriented, technically excellent, and commercially savvy – a powerful combination that makes him a trusted advisor to clients.
Tom’s career has been shaped by significant roles, including at EY, where he honed his ability to navigate complexity, manage diverse stakeholders, and deliver tangible results. His experience extends to leading transformative initiatives in large public and private organisations, where he’s employed a “supply chain mindset” to help solve complex procurement, supply chain, and operational challenges with strategic clarity and precision.
In 2020, Tom founded ALTFIVE out of a burning desire to do things differently. Driven by the belief that meaningful impact requires an alternative approach, he has built a consultancy that challenges traditional methods while delivering pragmatic, and client-focused solutions.
Known for his critical thinking, entrepreneurial spirit, and lateral approach, Tom thrives on solving problems and driving meaningful outcomes. His deep care for client success and relentless pursuit of excellence have made him a trusted partner for businesses seeking sustainable growth and innovative solutions.
Away from work, Tom keeps things simple. It’s all about the essentials: chasing after his boys, Toby and Fred, sharing a well-earned drink with his wife, Anna, and squeezing in some fitness to balance it all out. These moments not only recharge his energy but also keep him sharp for tackling life’s challenges – both on and off the clock.