Tom Finley, CIH, REHS

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Global EHS Manager at Meta

Greater Seattle Area, United States

Overview

Tom Finley is a Global EHS Manager at Meta with extensive experience at major corporations including Boeing, Alcatel-Lucent, and IBM. A Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), he holds a Master of Science from the University of Michigan and has a deep background in global EHS processes and systems.

He worked at the historic AT&T Bell Labs for 15 years early in his career, an experience he credits with shaping his future and opening up incredible opportunities.

Personality Overview

Example Seeker

Value Driven

Assertive

They are generally strong communicators and are not easy to convince.  They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing. They ask a lot of questions and rely heavily on information and collaterals.

Topics They Care About

Global EHS Systems
His career includes roles focused on global processes and systems for Environment, Health, and Safety at both Meta and Boeing.
Industrial Hygiene
He is a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) and started his career in the field as a Senior Associate Industrial Hygienist at IBM.
Legacy of Innovation
He reflects fondly on his 15 years at Bell Labs, noting the formative impact it had on his career and the opportunities it created.

Media Appearances

Tom has no verified media appearances

Work History

9-2018 - 12-2025
Global EHS Manager at Meta
2-2008 - 9-2018
Senior Manager, EHS Global Processes and Systems at Boeing
5-1993 - 2-2008
EHS Manager at Alcatel-Lucent
1-1992 - 5-1993
Senior Associate Industrial Hygienist at IBM

Education

1990 - 1991
Master of Science (M.S.) from University of Michigan
1985 - 1989
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) from Rutgers University

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Insights For Selling To Tom

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like ‘clear proof that’, ‘data shows’ etc.
  • Build rapport, it will come handy to handle hard questions later
  • Persuade objectively how your product will help them achieve their goals

DONT's

  • Don’t try to rush them into a decision, provide all necessary information first
  • Don’t rely excessively on your relationship with them to win the deal
  • Avoid making offhand commitments

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Tom is

  • Proven value, strong testimonials are important for them, rapport can impact decisions a little.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Tom

  • They are practical yet friendly, don’t expect a clear no very often.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Tom move?

  • They like to analyze well and can take their time to reach any decisions.
  • Can Tom take some risk or not?

  • They weigh all decisions systematically and are unlikely to take many risks.

You And Tom

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