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Thomas Power

Summary

I did not begin with networks. I began with work. My first education came from retail floors, stables, logistics yards, computing rooms and advertising offices. I learned people through service, not theory. Trade taught me responsibility. Responsibility taught me humility. In 1998, I co-founded Ecademy, one of the world’s first true business social networks. Over fourteen years it grew to 650,000 members across 60 countries and taught me a simple truth that has never left me: business is always personal. When Ecademy was lost in 2012, I lost more than a company. I lost my identity. Six years later, cancer reshaped my relationship with time, ambition and legacy. In 2020, Penny and I founded BIP100, not as a network, but as a village for experienced founders who look successful on the outside and feel isolated on the inside. Today I build human infrastructure at the intersection of AI, community and long-term trust. Health-first. Faith-led. Family-run. thomaspower

Work

Education

Projects

Writing

Tokenomics: The Crypto Shift of Blockchains, ICOs, and Tokens

January 1, 2018

A practitioner-oriented book on token economies, ICOs and the design and implications of tokenised markets (co‑authored with Sean Au).

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TEDx talk: "The End of Organisations as We Know Them"

TEDx presentation on the future of organisations and how technology is reshaping work and structures (listed on speaker profiles and referenced in speaker material).

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Ecosystem: Living Principles for Networked Business

Book outlining 12 principles for building networked business ecosystems and applying ecosystem thinking to organisational design and strategy.

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A Friend in Every City: Networking for the 21st Century

A practical book on building and maintaining meaningful professional relationships and networks across cities and industries.

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Know Me, Like Me, Follow Me: What Online Social Networking Means for You and Your Business

January 1, 2010

Practical guide to online social networking for individuals and businesses, co-authored with Penny Power, explaining how to build and sustain professional networks online.

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Networking for Life: The Ecademy Guide

Practical guide to building and sustaining professional relationships drawing on Ecademy principles and community-first networking practices.

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Battle of the Portals

Book co-authored with George Jerjian (Amazon listing).

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The 12 Commandments

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Business Advantage

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The rise of Network Thinking

January 1, 2009

A 2009 presentation on the importance of network thinking for organisations and communities, exploring how connections and networks reshape business and collaboration.

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Twitter strategy (talk)

Presentation on Twitter/X strategy, audience building and engagement.

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Twitter is the future

Talk about Twitter's role in shaping public conversation and business strategy.

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Bank of Facebook

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Twitter will win in the end

Talk on Twitter's long-term prospects and role in shaping public conversation.

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Open Random Supportive (ORS) and The Rise of Network Thinking

Talk about Twitter and the Open, Random, Supportive (ORS) approach to networks and business.

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Income Follows Audience

Talk about the principle that building an engaged audience leads to sustainable income, covering strategies for audience growth and monetisation.

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In Search of Social Brands

Talk exploring how brands build community and identity on social platforms.

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Community Led Growth (CLG)

Article outlining the three critical elements of community-led growth, practical guidance on building communities that drive sustainable business and member value (authored by Penny Power).

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Interview with Thomas Power

April 1, 2019

Interview discussing Thomas's views on cryptocurrencies, decentralization, regulation, big tech tokenisation, and predictions for mainstream adoption of crypto.

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Who is Thomas Power

Interview/profile piece introducing Thomas Power, covering his work on community building, networking, and the future of business.

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Thomas Power on AI: Dinis Guarda podcast

Interview and discussion about networking, innovation, and the future of AI, featuring Thomas Power and his work with BIP100.

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Decrypt interview: Thomas Power on crypto and startup advice

January 1, 2018

Interview/profile discussing Thomas's views on cryptocurrency, startup advice, and his community-building work.

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The Power of Networking

Talk on the power of networking and building meaningful professional relationships.

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Tweet: Thomas Power on X

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BIP100 Podcast

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Thomas Power talks: The Valley of Disillusion and Blockchain post 2020

Interview/article in which Thomas Power discusses the valley of disillusionment for blockchain and the sector's trajectory after 2020.

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Blockchain influencer Thomas Power: 99% of tokens will fail (Medium interview)

Medium interview/article in which Thomas Power discusses why he believes most tokens will fail and shares insights on tokenomics and the crypto market.

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YouTube Live: Thomas Power

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Blockchain influencer Thomas Power: 99% of tokens will fail (press release/interview)

Press release/interview where Thomas Power discusses why he believes most tokens will fail and shares insights on tokenomics, crypto markets, and startup advice.

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Tech is a species not just a machine: Insights with Thomas Power

Interview/article discussing Thomas Power's perspective on technology as an evolving species, investment insights, and the future of networks and AI.

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Thomas Power: Helion author page

Author page on Helion (Polish publisher) listing Thomas Power's publications and book listings.

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Genuinely You Podcast: "Are You Getting The Support You Need" (Thomas Power)

Podcast interview with Thomas Power discussing support, wellbeing, community and leadership.

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Penny Power OBE — What is your money story?

Podcast episode featuring Penny Power discussing her money story, leadership, and community-building.

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Ping Power interview: Procure Insights

Syndicated interview on Procure Insights featuring Thomas Power discussing networking, entrepreneurship, and business insights.

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WP-Tonic: This Week in WordPress: SaaS with guest Penny Power OBE

Podcast episode featuring Penny Power OBE discussing SaaS, WordPress, and digital strategy.

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YouTube video 1 Thomas Power

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Solacria premia Thomas Power & Davide Pellegrino

Article covering Solacria awarding Thomas Power and Davide Pellegrino.

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Review: HyperThinking (Philip Weiss)

Networks don’t just change the way we interact with each other; they change the way we think, we learn and how we make decisions. Philip Weiss’ HyperThinking captures the essence of these changes convincingly and provides you with a clear route to the thinking processes you will need to survive and thrive in this radically new and fast-changing business environment. Thomas Power, CEO and founder Ecademy: 'Shifting your thinking patterns is the key to embracing change. HyperThinking is the kind of book you should read when you are in the middle of change, of a conflict, when you're managing a difficult project, when you just changed jobs, when you had your first child, when you just retired. It's a book about the way we think, or rather the way we think we think, and what this means for the rest of our lives. What this book taught me is that we have to live in a world where we cannot rely on traditional thinking patterns - these must be continuously challenged if we want to adapt to the ever-changing environment we live in. This is called hyperthinking, and it is giving people who want to make an impact on the world we live in a competitive edge. Some are natural-born hyperthinkers, others will have to learn it the hard way. This book will give you a headstart and will provide for an enjoyable and thought-provoking read. I'm proud to be a hyperthinker. Soon, you will feel the same way too.'

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Business is Personal

January 1, 2018
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Hobbies

E‑biking / cycling. instagram+2

Notes

ESErik Schwartzsaid that if they were asked to recommend top founders who have scaled tech companies and secured significant external funding,
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would be on their list.

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SBSimon Brendersaid that if they were asked to recommend top founders who have scaled tech companies and secured significant external funding,
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would be on their list.

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PSPeter Stansburysaid
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is one of the most impressive owners of UK-based B2B businesses in the £1-7m revenue range they've encountered.

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OIOnur Ibrahimsaid
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is one of the most connected people they know in terms of building professional relationships and partnerships.

Dec 8, 2025

DVDemetrios Venetissaid
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is widely known in their circles as someone with an unusually diverse and extensive network.

Dec 5, 2025

DJDeryck Jonessaid
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is one of the most respected members of BIP100 they've interacted with.

Nov 28, 2025

KLKeith Langbosaid they've been impressed by
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's ability to connect with audiences as a speaker.

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MCMarc Cantersaid they've seen
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leverage their Foundation Degree to take on bigger responsibilities or roles.

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