About Nesta

Nesta is an innovation foundation. For us, innovation means turning bold ideas into reality and changing lives for the better. We use our expertise, skills and funding in areas where there are big challenges facing society.

Thomas Bunting

Thomas is an analyst for the healthy life mission.

Before joining Nesta, Thomas worked as an economic and energy policy researcher and political adviser in the House of Commons. In this role, he planned responses to budgets and economic statements, and developed policy positions.

Thomas holds a joint honours degree from the University of St Andrews in Economics and Social Anthropology.

Outside of work, he enjoys travelling, swimming, playing basketball and exploring London's vibrant music scene.