Tom Ladbrook

Examiner
DISC Type : cs

Head of Operations at Worldwide Fruit Limited

Spalding, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Tom is a strategic, people-focused leader serving as the Head of Operations at Worldwide Fruit. With a qualification in Food & Drink Manufacturing, he has extensive experience in operations, engineering, and project management. He is known for leading high-performing teams and delivering operational excellence in fast-paced environments, having risen through the ranks at his current company.

Outside of work, Tom is actively involved in his community. He recently helped organize a charity fundraising day that was a resounding success, demonstrating his commitment to supporting local causes and bringing people together for a positive purpose. He expressed immense pride in everyone who contributed to the events success.

He was part of a charity event that raised more than double the amount of previous years.

Personality Overview

Late Adopter

Tough To Convince

Process Oriented

They do not like taking risks at all and go for proven options in the end.  They tend to be clear about their needs and limitations and are unlikely to promise too much. Being observant comes to them naturally.

Topics They Care About

Operational Excellence
His entire career, from production manager to Head of Operations, focuses on improving processes and delivering excellence in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Team Leadership
He describes himself as a "people-focused leader" and has a proven track record of managing and developing teams throughout his career at Worldwide Fruit and Bakkavor.
Workplace Safety
His experience explicitly includes SHE (Safety, Health, and Environment) and he is noted for fostering a strong safety culture within his teams.

Media Appearances

Tom has no verified media appearances

Work History

3-2026
Head of Operations at Worldwide Fruit Limited
1-2025
Operations Manager at Worldwide Fruit Limited
6-2020 - 1-2025
Production Manager at Worldwide Fruit Limited
5-2016 - 6-2020
Senior Section Manager at Bakkavor
6-2010 - 5-2016
Section Manager at Bakkavor

Education

2008 - 2010
Nvq Level 3 Food & Drink Manufacturing from University of Lincoln Holbeach Campus
2001 - 2008
Business studies from Spalding Grammar School

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Exp : 17 Location : Spalding, England, United Kingdom Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Head of Operations at Worldwide Fruit Limited
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Insights For Selling To Tom

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Be firm in your communication and stay in control
  • First of all, focus on building their confidence by sharing examples, case studies etc.
  • Spend time addressing concerns around risk and change, they will have them even if they don't express them

DONT's

  • Don't use phrases like 'do not worry', 'i promise' etc.
  • Don't be very accepting if that is your natural style, stay firm
  • Avoid getting into storytelling mode, especially when they ask specific questions

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Tom is

  • Proof of usage by others in the industry, case studies showing ROI are likely to work the best with them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Tom

  • Often, they don't say no, or keep going about it in circles.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Tom move?

  • They are some of the slowest movers and take their time reaching decisions.
  • Can Tom take some risk or not?

  • They have very low acceptance of risk even if they do not say it directly.

You And Tom

Personality Compatibility


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