Tom Roberts

Tom is CEO of Torch Partners and a founding team member.

Since joining the firm in 2004, Tom has been instrumental in its growth, originating and executing many of its most significant and successful transactions. He is best known for his extensive experience in digital infrastructure, data centres and AI infrastructure, advising founders, management teams and investors on strategic M&A, growth capital and long‑term ownership outcomes.

Alongside his infrastructure focus, Tom also has deep experience across software and FinTech, particularly where these intersect with data‑intensive, mission‑critical platforms within the digital economy.