We are thrilled to announce the arrival of Tom Backhouse, a renowned entrepreneur, geotechnical specialist, and mapping innovator, as our new product and geotechnical consultant. Tom brings a wealth of expertise from founding and scaling Terrafirma, as well as consulting at archAI and co-founding Campwild. Let’s take a closer look at Tom’s journey and why we are so excited to have him on board.
Tom’s entrepreneurial journey has taken him from pioneering geotechnical analysis to advising cutting-edge technology firms. He is perhaps best known for founding Terrafirma, a leading ground risk intelligence firm that transformed the way property professionals assess and mitigate land-based hazards. Over the course of his career, Tom has developed expertise spanning environmental analysis, ground movement detection, and property data technology.
Henry Crosby
CEO of Martello
Bringing Tom into our team is a strategic move aimed at enhancing the solutions we offer to conveyancers and property professionals who seek reliable environmental and ground risk insights.
Tom’s extensive knowledge of mapping and land-risk challenges perfectly complements our mission to deliver top-tier data-driven solutions for property professionals.
As a dynamic entrepreneur, Tom has a proven track record of building and scaling tech-based platforms. We look forward to blending his vision with our ongoing product development efforts to create more robust and efficient offerings.
From founding Terrafirma to consulting at archAI, Tom’s history highlights the power of leveraging partnerships for innovation. His insights will help us forge new alliances and broaden our influence.
Tom’s work on Campwild and other ventures demonstrates his talent for creative thinking and innovation. His ability to communicate groundbreaking ideas across industries ensures he remains at the forefront of geotechnical and environmental thought leadership.
Ultimately, our customers will be the biggest beneficiaries of Tom’s addition. His blend of geotechnical expertise, product development acumen, and entrepreneurial spirit will enable us to:
Enhance Report Quality and Accuracy
Expect more refined, detail-rich insights in both environmental and geotechnical domains.
Accelerate Innovation
New product features and improvements will streamline conveyancing processes, saving you time and effort.
Expand Our Expertise
Tom’s mentorship and hands-on approach will elevate our entire team’s skill set, setting the stage for exceptional customer service.
Offer a More Holistic Service
We aim to address every aspect of property risk. Tom’s diverse background in risk intelligence, AI integration, and community projects such as Campwild will help us achieve this goal.
We couldn’t be more delighted to have Tom on board. His track record speaks for itself, and we know our customers will benefit greatly from his knowledge and vision. Connect with Tom on LinkedIn and join us in giving him a warm welcome!
Stay tuned by following us on social media for updates and a behind-the-scenes look at Tom’s upcoming projects.
Here’s to this exciting new chapter for our team. With Tom’s entrepreneurial drive, extensive geotechnical expertise, and innovative approach to mapping and product development, we are ready to continue delivering the forward-thinking solutions you expect from us—and take them to even greater heights!