Tom Ilube is a popular entrepreneur and an educational philanthropist. However, he is best known as the first black chair of England’s Rugby Football Union.
Ilube grew up in Nigeria and attended Teddington School and Edo College. Then, she gained a bachelor’s in physics from the University of Benin and an MBA from London’s Cass Business School.
Tom started working as a Chief Information Officer (CIO) at an internet bank, Egg. Next, he founded the UK’s most innovative tech school, Hammersmith Academy.
Ilube also launched a credit reference service, Noddle while he was MD at CallCredit Information Group. Besides, he co-founded Garlik in 2005 and sold it in 2011.
As of now, Tom is the founder and CEO of Crossword Cybersecurity PLC. Likewise, he is the chair of Rugby Football Union and the director of FTSE100 company WPP PLC.
Ilube is currently in the limelight after he chose the controversial songs on Desert Island Discs. He chose Swing Low and Sweet Chariot which have roots in slavery.
BBC Radio 4: Tom Ilube Parents And Family Details
Tom Ilube, who recently appeared on BBC Radio 4 has amazing parents and family.
He has not revealed their names but his mother is English. Likewise, his father hails from Nigeria and he migrated to the UK in 1956/57.
Ilube’s dad was an army in the West African part of the British military. He first trained at Harrogate and then as an electrical engineer.
Moreover, his parents met in London and fell in love which resulted in his birth.
Tom Ilube Age And Height: How Tall Is He?
Entrepreneur Tom Ilube is 58 years of age in 2021.
Born in 1963, he celebrates his birthday in July. Although the precise date is unknown, he has a zodiac sign of either Cancer or Leo.
Ilube stands tall at a height of around 5 feet 8 inches. Moreover, he still looks handsome and has a charming personality.
Tom Ilube Wife: Who Is He Married To?
Philanthropist Tom Ilube is married to a lovely wife.
He is quite secretive about his private life. Until now, he has kept his marriage life under wraps and has not disclosed the identity of his partner.
Furthermore, Ilube has 2 beautiful children with his spouse.
Tom Ilube Net Worth: How Rich Is ‘Desert Island Discs Today’ Guest?
To tell the truth, the net worth details of Tom Ilube are still under review.
As an entrepreneur, his businesses are valued at millions of dollars. In 2017, he ranked top at Powerlist as the UK’s 100 most powerful people with African or Afro-Caribbean heritage.
