Tom Granado is a partner and head of True’s Talent Advisory Practice in North America, where he spearheads the design and delivery of transformative leadership advisory and assessment services. In this role, he champions the power of unleashing human potential and business performance across diverse industries and company sizes, armed with True’s unmatched arsenal of tools, technology, and strategic partnerships.

Tom is passionate about the importance of clear leadership, effective talent management, and cultural alignment. Whether shaping the talent strategy of a burgeoning startup or optimizing sales effectiveness for a Fortune 500 giant, his mission is to showcase the critical link between strategy, culture, and talent.

With a career bridging operational roles and consulting, Tom has left an indelible mark on organizations ranging from startups with $5.6 million in revenue to multibillion-dollar enterprises. His tenure at Bridgewater Associates, where he helped foster their renowned high-performance culture, was a pivotal learning experience.

Tom holds a Master’s Degree in strategic management & international business from Tufts University, complemented by a Bachelor’s Degree in political economy from The University of North Carolina at Wilmington. His academic journey includes coursework in I / O psychology at Harvard University, and he holds certifications in Leadership Circle, Hogan, The Predictive Index, Denison Culture & Leadership Survey, Humantelligence, and Scientific Selling.