Thomas Watson, Cfm, Mcr
About Thomas Watson, Cfm, Mcr
Thomas Watson is the Director of Americas Workplace Solutions and Corporate Real Estate at Poly, a position he has held since 2019. He has extensive experience in facilities management, having previously worked at Polycom, GTECH, and Stream Global Services.
Work at Poly
Thomas Watson has served as the Director of Americas Workplace Solutions & Corporate Real Estate at Poly since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing workplace strategies and real estate operations across the Americas. His tenure at Poly has spanned five years, during which he has contributed to the company's initiatives in optimizing workplace environments and enhancing corporate real estate management in the Austin, Texas area.
Previous Experience in Facilities Management
Before joining Poly, Thomas Watson held the position of Senior Facilities Manager at Polycom from 2011 to 2015. His responsibilities included managing facilities operations and ensuring efficient use of resources. Prior to that, he worked at GTECH as Senior Facilities Manager for North America from 2004 to 2009, where he focused on facilities management across the region. Additionally, he served as Director of Real Estate & Facilities at Stream Global Services from 2008 to 2011, further enhancing his expertise in real estate and facilities management.
Education and Expertise
Thomas Watson studied at Tarleton State University, where he earned a degree in Business Administration and Management from 1995 to 1998. This educational background has equipped him with the skills necessary for effective management in corporate real estate and workplace solutions. He also completed his high school education at Bastrop High School.
Career Timeline
Thomas Watson's career spans over two decades, with significant roles in facilities management and corporate real estate. He began his career at GTECH from 2004 to 2009, followed by a position at Stream Global Services from 2008 to 2011. He then transitioned to Polycom, where he worked until 2015 before moving to Poly. His extensive experience in the field has contributed to his current role at Poly.