Curious
by nature
What is Big Echo?
Big Echo is solo innovation partner Tom Parson.
Tom works with small businesses 1-on-1 providing workshops, tech solutions and ongoing support.
ProjectsMy Story
In 2021 I was sat in A&E, pretty sure I was dying.
I've always been someone who likes problems, but this was a stretch, even for me.
When I was 14, I taught myself to code. It wasn't a way to make money - it was 2003, back when developers making six figures was a rarity. It was because I liked problems, and then something
About Tom
I'm a creative entrepreneur, educator and former agency owner.
Nurturing
5 years as an educator and facilitator with a passion for inclusivity.
Commercial
10 years as agency director and hands-on strategic leader.
Technical
20 years building digital products, masters-qualified in UX research.
Creative
Philosophy graduate and 20 years as a musician and performer.
Talks, panels and podcasts.
I speak openly, clearly and insightfully.
Amplifier support
Budget shouldn't be a barrier to better.
My paid projects fund pro bono support for innovative startups, grassroots communities and values-driven entrepreneurs.
Place for Youth
Place for Youth is a CIC empowering young people to turn places they live into places they love.
Visit websiteSeed to Stage
Seed to Stage is a community-first learning programme for electronic music producers.
Visit websiteWaddle
A new way to make friends through ad hoc meetups. Think Meetup.com meets Snapchat.
Visit websiteworking with me
Clients come to me with a challenge or an idea, and we take the first step together.
Testimonials"I'd recently done some AI training, and my head was buzzing with ideas. I knew I could talk it through with Tom and he'd help make sense of the possibilities."
Claire Gamble, Founder & Director - Unhooked Communications
More From Tom
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"Practical, quick and inspiring. It's the only newsletter I actually read."
Josh Morris, CEO, Busy Bins