Harmonizing Space, People, and Purpose to Transform Aspirations into Reality
Roof Chakra is a consultancy led by Thomas Cavanagh, a producer, instigator, negotiator, social facilitator and resolution expert
With 30 years of experience in live production, film, and activism, Thomas Cavanagh epitomizes values-led cultural leadership on a global scale. A sought-after guide and fixer, he seamlessly combines analytical acumen with cultural diplomacy and strategic thinking to provide comprehensive solutions to complex challenges, serving partners in such diverse industries as destination development, real estate, outdoor, civic & government, arts & culture, media & film.
As a certified land energy analyst and geomancy consultant trained by Alex Stark, Thomas partners with businesses to empower harmonious interactions between place and people.
Areas of Expertise
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As a seasoned producer Thomas has executed hundreds of live and film productions globally, with expertise in areas ranging from crisis management, location discovery, contract negotiation, risk management, insurance, liability, finance, and fundraising.
Collaborating with corporate, civic and brand partners, Thomas leads and weaves complex creative and logistical processes from concept to execution, with an aim to bring impact to local and global audiences.
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As a certified geomancer, Thomas collaborates with planners, architects and property managers to provide site design analysis, including historical mapping, land acknowledgement, landscape opportunities, water pathways, soil analysis and front door orientation all to enhance and build balance between the property steward and the property spirit, intention and value.
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Drawing upon his background in leading expeditions with 3 decades of wilderness medicine and group safety training, Thomas guides individuals and small groups on land or by sea to diverse natural settings, such as high mountains, ancient forests, desert plateaus, and remote estuaries. He helps people discover spiritual resonance and access nature's healing essence.
Past and current collaborators
In his role as Executive Producer and Director for vertical dance company BANDALOOP, past and current collaborators include: UNESCO Heritage Sites, BMW Group, St. Pauls Cathedral, The Transamerica Pyramid, The Lincoln Center, The Kennedy Center, Lionsgate Entertainment, The Africa Cup, The NFL, College Football, Universal Studios, Walt Disney Entertainment, The American Express Foundation, The US State Department as Arts Envoy in multiple countries, The European Capital of Culture, The National Park Service, The National Endowment for the Arts, Toyota, Accor Group, IBM, Cisco, Network, The Cities of San Francisco & Oakland, Oysho, Lycra, CBS, CNN, The American Music Awards, P!NK, TAIT, MBC Media Group, The Shanghai Media Group, Outside Magazine, Harpers Bazaar, and MacGillivray Freeman IMAX Films.
Thomas is the past Chair of the Board of Directors of Oil Change International, an organization focused on exposing the true cost of fossil fuels and facilitating the transition toward equitable clean energy, and is an executive Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees of Visit Oakland. He is also a former tactical advisor and past financial director for Amazon Watch, a non-profit dedicated to protecting the environment and indigenous people of the Amazon Basin.
Proficient at wilderness medicine, expedition leadership and alpine travel, a backcountry skier and an avid sea-kayaker, Thomas resides in Oakland, CA on occupied Ohlone Chochenyo Land, with his wife, daughter and a senior Yorkshire Terrier.
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