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Tom supported our organisation for many years. As an international entrepreneur, he was a valued advisor\u2014known for his cultural openness, clear perspective, and sharp mind. He was a true visionary and always full of ideas. As the founder of ISA TanTec, he was a pioneer in environmentally friendly and sustainable leather processing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
His deep belief in combining entrepreneurial responsibility with social and environmental commitment was reflected in his generosity, his big heart, and his lasting impact far beyond his own company.<\/p>\n\n
<\/p>\n\nTom and his wife Kris with our Chairman of the Board, Alexander Gross, and Dr. Dushyant Prasad, Head of our partner organisation ABMSS.<\/h3><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n We will remember Tom as a warm and sincere person. He will be greatly missed.
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Our thoughts are with his family and everyone who was close to him.<\/p>\n\n
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