Tom Nolan
About Tom Nolan
Tom Nolan serves as the Global Survey Manager at The Economist, a position he has held since 2015. He has a background in international studies and extensive experience in policy advising and economic surveys.
Work at The Economist
Tom Nolan has held the position of Global Survey Manager at The Economist since 2015. In this role, he oversees various survey initiatives and contributes to the organization’s research and analysis efforts. His responsibilities include managing the Chambers of Commerce Quarterly Economic Survey, which is recognized as the largest business survey in the UK. Additionally, he served as the lead adviser on infrastructure issues, focusing on areas such as energy, transport, digital, and planning.
Education and Expertise
Tom Nolan earned a Master of Arts in International Studies from the University of Limerick, where he studied from 2004 to 2005. He also holds a Bachelor of Business Studies (BBS) from IT Carlow. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in economic surveys and policy analysis.
Background
Before joining The Economist, Tom Nolan gained experience in various roles within the public and private sectors. He worked as a Parliamentary Officer at the National Farmers' Union from 2006 to 2007. Subsequently, he served as a Policy Adviser at the British Chambers of Commerce from 2010 to 2015, where he focused on economic policy and infrastructure issues.
Achievements
During his tenure at the British Chambers of Commerce, Tom Nolan managed the Chambers of Commerce Quarterly Economic Survey, which is recognized as the largest business survey in the UK. His leadership in this role contributed to the survey's prominence and impact within the business community.