This definitely felt like a proud dad hug. It was a huge honour to receive an honorary doctorate from the University of Exeter, recognising nearly 25 years of building Finisterre. I was also asked to close the graduation ceremony with a few words. TBH I can’t remember who spoke at my grad ceremony (possibly hungover), so I tried to keep it short and memorable… Find what you love, and protect it with everything you have. Be brave. Starting something is often the hardest part. Messy is okay and perhaps even necessary. Stay grounded. We’re all a result of those who have believed in us. I may have been receiving the degree, but there are a lot of people who have believed in me along the way: my family, friends and the entire Finisterre crew. Thank you. And finally, my advice to young me sat where you are today…’you got this’. So, to all the graduates, wishing you all fair winds and a strong arm on the tiller in a world that needs you more than ever. You got this. Finisterre University of Exeter
Exeter grad turned outdoor entrepreneur here 👋 Awesome stuff Tom. I run an adventure podcast for 18-35 year olds. I’d love to talk to you about this philosophy on Off Grid if you’re up for it?
Thoroughly deserved Tom Kay, well done you - inspirational ❤️ PS never thought you'd own a suit... presumably the whole point of founding Finisterre is so you never had to wear one!
Yes!!!!!!! Massive congrats Tom, you are proof that kind, humble, and authentic human beings can create and build fantastically successful businesses. You inspire others daily, please be proud of yourself ✨️
Yahooooo! Brilliant well deserved and sure those students will love those words.
Massive congratulations my friend. Very well deserved! Legend
Yes Tom, you have got this x
Congrats to you Tom Kay and to your team too! Messy is ok and sometimes necessary…..so true! Been the hardest one for me to swallow. Wishing you and all at Finisterre continuing success 🫡
What a lovely post Tom Kay and it is full of all the things we love about you. Honesty. Humour. Integrity and authenticitym. Congratulations on what looks like a really amazing day. You deserve that recognition.
Amazing! Congratulations Tom. Forget Ted Talks, sounds like we all need a Tom Talk! 💜
Congratulations Tom, am I correct in remembering you being in the performance clothing lab at the University of Leeds talking to Dave Brook many many years ago?