AON, a leading global professional services firm, announced Tom Bowman will join the firm as its head of retail and consumer products, effective January 12, 2026.
In this role, Bowman will drive Aon’s global retail strategy, bringing together data, analytics and advisory capabilities to deliver enhanced client experience. He will focus on strengthening relationships with Aon’s largest clients across retail, consumer durables, leisure products and e-commerce, while continuing to expand Aon’s influence and leadership in the global retail sector. Based in London, he will report to Petra Schmidt, global industry leader.
“Retail organizations are facing new levels of volatility driven by changing consumer expectations, technology disruption and complex global risk dynamics,” said Schmidt. “Tom brings deep industry expertise and a proven ability to connect strategy, data and execution. He will be instrumental in helping retail clients navigate transformation and build resilient organizations.”
Bowman joins Aon with extensive experience in the retail industry, he most recently served as head of retail business consulting for Tata Consultancy Services where he led the growth for their retail advisory business across the EMEA region. Prior to that, he spent a decade at Tesco and began his career at Deloitte Consulting.
“I am excited to join Aon at a time when the retail sector is undergoing profound change,” said Bowman. “Aon’s integrated capabilities across Risk Capital and Human Capital position the firm uniquely to help retailers to make more confident informed decisions that enhance resilience and deliver long-term value.”
