Thomas Paul is a professional financial modeller with more than 15 years’ experience. He has developed financial models for major infrastructure projects, local governments, universities, listed entities, and technology start-ups. Thomas employs Microsoft Excel and financial models to empower key stakeholders to make well informed decisions. He uses innovative approaches to explaining complex results in clear and transparent ways for financial and non-financial audiences. His financial modelling innovations have been twice nominated for the Financial Modelling Innovation Awards, with the Dynamic Scenario Manager winning in 2020. Thomas is also passionate about sharing Excel and financial model innovations, knowledge and insights with fellow users. He strongly believes that the longevity of Microsoft Excel is testament to the open and collaborative nature of the Excel community over the past 30+ years.