We are pleased to announce the appointment of Tom Burnet as the new Chair of Tillo, marking an exciting new phase in the company’s journey of growth and innovation.
Tom is a proactive private equity and PLC Chair with substantial experience in B2B technology and services. Over his career, he has led and supported several high-performing businesses, including Reward Gateaway, Accesso and Kainos, where he played a key role in driving strategic direction and operational excellence. His track record of creating value and fostering innovation makes him ideally suited to guide Tillo through its next stage of development.
As Chair of Tillo’s Board, Tom will work closely with the leadership team to strengthen the company’s market leadership in the global gift card and incentives sector. His focus will be on supporting Tillo’s continued international expansion, scaling its technology platform, and deepening partnerships with merchants and partners worldwide.
Gareth Healy & Tom Posa, Investment Leads at Tenzing, commented:
“We’re delighted to welcome Tom Burnet as Chair of Tillo. His extensive experience in leading technology-driven businesses and his strategic insight into scaling international growth will be invaluable as Tillo continues to expand globally. We look forward to collaborating with him as he helps guide the business through this exciting next chapter.”
Tom Burnet shared his enthusiasm about the appointment:
"I am delighted to join Tillo as Chairman at this pivotal stage of its journey. Tillo uniquely combines cutting-edge technology, a clear and purposeful mission, and a dedicated team committed to transforming the global gift card ecosystem. I look forward to supporting Tillo’s ambitious growth plans as we unlock new opportunities for our partners and clients around the world."
Alex Preece, CEO at Tillo, added:
"Appointing Tom as Tillo’s first-ever Chair is a hugely exciting milestone for us. With his experience steering exceptional companies from leading Reward Gateway through its exit to his work with Pipedrive and other high-growth businesses, Tom brings a depth of sector understanding and leadership that is second to none.
What really struck me is how closely his perspective aligns with ours; the belief that strong culture, ambitious thinking, and disciplined execution are what unlock the next stage of scale. That’s exactly where Tillo is heading as we expand globally and deepen our impact across the rewards ecosystem.
I couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome Tom on board. His leadership marks the start of an exciting new chapter for Tillo, and I’m genuinely excited about what this means for our people, our partners, and the future we’re building.”
Tenzing backed Tillo in May 2025. Tillo is one of twenty-three businesses Tenzing has backed since its foundation.
Read more about Tillo and Tenzing's partnership here.
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