Dedicated to serving the strategic human resource needs of large enterprise clients as well as venture-backed, emerging-growth companies, Tom launched Epsen Fuller | IMD in 1997, and developed the proprietary Human Capital Valuation System SM. Widely recognized as a superior methodology to deliver high-value executive search and management assessment services to demanding clients, this process takes the mystery out of accurately assessing skill sets and leadership attributes and is a proven scientific approach to collecting the data necessary to make an informed hiring decision. Formerly, Tom was a Partner with TMP Worldwide (formerly Johnson Smith & Knisely), a leading, international executive search firm. As a strategic consultant to clients across multiple industries, Tom has successfully executed hundreds of senior management search assignments for clients such as Agere Systems, Ciena, DRS Technologies, Lucent, TDK Electronics and Telelglobe, as well as Jones Apparel Group, Kenneth Cole, The Limited, Ralph Lauren Polo, Timberland, and Victoria's Secret. Tom entered the executive search industry with 25 years in line and senior management experience in mid-cap and large enterprise consumer products companies to include General Mills, Betesh Group and Accessory Network, and was the visionary behind several brand launches. A frequent speaker on leadership and high-performance organizations, creative talent acquisition and search strategies, Tom is very active in a number of professional, civic and community organizations. Tom is the founder and President of Freedom Riders Cycling Club, a not-for-profit cycling team dedicated to raising funds to support cancer research and increasing public awareness on the fight against cancer. He also is a sponsor of the New Jersey Technology Council, a member of New York Venture Group, New Jersey Entrepreneurs Forum, a former Board Member of The Council of Growing Companies, a Board Member of Delbarton Fathers and Friends, and an electorate to Who's Who in America. Having attended Fordham University with a major in Dramatic Arts, Tom resides with his wife, an elementary school educator, and children in Mendham, New Jersey where he trains for long-distance cycling, plays hockey and golf, and coaches youth sports.