It’s time to meet Tom Hatton from ReferenceME. Tom will be at our edtech dinner next week, but for those of you that won’t be, here’s a little more about him.

What’s the elevator pitch for your startup?

ReferenceME is Referencing, Made Easy. Scan a book or journals barcode with our app or use our web platform to create citations in seconds. 

What were you doing before you launched your startup?

I ran (and still do) T and Biscuits. T and B builds mobile software solutions and consults for companies looking to engage with Generation Y.

Where did you meet your co-founders?

Through the tech space, over a beer. 

What’s your biggest ‘hindsight’ moment?

Data is they key!

What will 2014 bring?

With our current growth, hopefully around 500,000 users.

1 piece of advice for someone starting a business in the education space?

Build platforms to host content, don’t create the content.

Convince someone to use your product/service in under 50 words.

With ReferenceME you’ll never have to worry about your referencing or research. Our platform is combining the two, bringing only the most relevant content (we know what everyone researches) and referencing it correctly. 

What’s your favourite startup in the education space (not including your own)?

Zondle – I love the way they are gamifying learning.

What’s your favourite London restaurant?

Can I say Dominos?

You can say Dominos Tom, but we will be slapping your wrist when we see you next week as well as checking out the calorie count below 🙂

You can also read other education spotlights here.