Tomas Laboutka
About Tomas Laboutka
Tomas Laboutka is a seasoned entrepreneur and digital expert, known for co-founding HotelQuickly and serving as an Associate Partner at McKinsey & Company. He has been recognized in the 'Forbes 30 under 30' list and has extensive experience in business development and management across multiple regions.
Work at SEA Founders
Tomas Laboutka serves as the Founder and Board Director at SEA Founders, a position he has held since 2017. The organization focuses on supporting Series A-B CEOs in scaling their businesses within Southeast Asia. Under his leadership, SEA Founders aims to foster entrepreneurial growth and innovation in the region.
Current Role at McKinsey & Company
Since 2020, Tomas Laboutka has been working at McKinsey & Company as a Junior Partner and Digital Expert Associate Partner. He is also a Senior Venture Builder at Leap by McKinsey. His role involves providing strategic insights and guidance to clients, particularly in the digital space, leveraging his extensive experience in business development and management.
Education and Expertise
Tomas Laboutka has a diverse educational background in International Management. He studied at CEMS - The Global Alliance in Management Education, earning a CEMS MIM. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in International Business from The University of Edinburgh and a Master's degree from Prague University of Economics and Business. Additionally, he studied at Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University, which is ranked #1 for Master's in Management by Financial Times.
Achievements and Recognition
Tomas Laboutka was recognized in the 'Forbes 30 under 30' list for his contributions to the business and entrepreneurial landscape. He received the accolade of 'CEMS Alumni of the Year' in 2017, highlighting his impact within the CEMS community. His co-founding of HotelQuickly, which achieved over $100M in revenues, further underscores his successful entrepreneurial endeavors.
Background and Previous Experience
Before his current roles, Tomas Laboutka held various positions in different organizations. He worked at AIESEC as a Project Manager and Coach from 2005 to 2008 in Moscow. He also served as a Business Developer and Project Manager at EasyLink Business Services in Prague. His experience includes being a Founding Partner and Managing Director at FL Ventures from 2009 to 2019, and a member of the National Economic Council of the Czech Government (NERV) for six months in 2010.