Tom Havens is a 35-year ASI Industry veteran with a reputation for building strong sales teams, bringing high-level creativity to clients, and inspiring others to succeed. As a longtime leader, founder, and owner of a sales driven business, Tom knows how to motivate, mentor, and help people and organizations reach their full potential.

Tom is passionate about all aspects of business development including strategy, tactics, and messaging. He’s as skilled at crafting compelling presentations as he is in developing a 5-year strategic plan or developing a marketing and sales plan to win clients and boost revenue. He is uniquely versed at bringing superior design and creative thinking to client solutions.

After 15 successful years in sales and sales management, Tom started Catalyst Marketing, Inc. in 1999. Emphasizing the power of creativity, design, and company culture, he soon reached $25 million in sales across five U.S. offices. Notable clients included Nike, T-Mobile, Starbucks, Nintendo, Top Golf, Starbucks, and Southwest Airlines. Catalyst was also voted one of ASI’s Best Places to Work.

In 2017, HALO Branded Solutions acquired Catalyst Marketing. Tom became the inaugural VP of Creative Services, a new HALO department. Tom developed great relationships with HALO’s sales teams and customers. Under his tenure, the Creative Department grew to over 30 designers and illustrators, whose skills were leveraged to win multiple RFP’s, new projects, and new clients. In 2023, Tom left HALO to start Havens Consulting to help owners, and sales and marketing leaders grow their businesses, create great cultures, and exceed their goals.