TomVassos

Biography - Tom Vassos, BES, MBA​

Tom Vassos has devoted thousands of hours researching his lifelong passions – astronomy, cosmology and space exploration. He is the Founder of Cosmologists Without Borders, a Member of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada, and the Astronomer-in-Residence for both Holland America and Royal Caribbean cruise lines.

Mr. Vassos has taught courses at several universities around the world including 35+ years at the University of Toronto. A skilled professor, workshop leader and professional keynote speaker with a sense of humor that has conducted over 500 keynote speeches and workshops in 45 countries on 6 continents in the past 3 decades.

Mr. Vassos received a Bachelor of Environmental Studies (BES) degree from the University of Waterloo and a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) degree from the Rotman School of Management (University of Toronto). He was enrolled in the PhD program at Charles Sturt University for two years (incomplete) focusing on innovation research.

Mr. Vassos is a science communicator that is frequently invited as a guest expert on radio and television. He delights in imparting his knowledge to space enthusiasts, young minds and lifelong learners everywhere.