Tim is a long-standing advocate for education, social inclusion and sustainable development in under-served communities. In addition to his work in Nepal through Dolma Foundation, he supports multiple charities in the UK through his role as a Deputy Lieutenant of Essex and serves as a Patron of The Music Man Project, a music and performance education charity for people with learning disabilities.

He is an expert in public and private sector governance, serving as a Director of the NASDAQ-listed AI company Fusemachines and on several other boards. Tim previously served as Deputy Lead Governor of Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust. He is also the founder and CEO of Dolma Impact Fund, investing in sustainable energy, healthcare and job creation in Nepal and other developing countries. Across these roles he has raised over £100m for impact funds and charities and is a regular speaker at high-level forums including the G20, ADB Annual Meeting and the Lord Mayor’s Ethical AI Initiative.

In academia, Tim is Honorary Professor of Sustainable Business at the University of Nottingham and a Guest Lecturer at London Business School. He was awarded the OBE in 2022.