Tom started his career as the Warden of the Delaware County Prison located in Thornton, PA from 1977 thru 1983. The prison is now called the George C. Hill Correctional Facility housing 2000 Inmates. Tom was then appointed as a U.S. Marshall for the eastern district of Pennsylvania (1983-1990). Tom then filled the role of Commissioner of Corrections for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts where he was quickly promoted to the Cabinet Secretary of Public Safety for Governor Weld in Massachusetts (1991-1995). Since his cabinet position, Tom has worked with startups in the public safety space and has held positions both as CEO & COO. Tom holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Philadelphia University and a Master of Science in Criminal Justice Administration from West Chester University.