Tom is a dynamic and client-centered financial executive with experience across publicly traded, VC/PE-backed, and privately held / family businesses. Has held progressive leadership roles including CFO, Board Member, VP of Finance, VP of IT, General Manager, Manufacturing Manager and Controller, with a proven track record in organizations ranging from early-stage startups to $1B+ enterprises.

Tom is recognized for building high-performing teams and leveraging financial systems that enable growth, scale, and operational efficiency. He has deep experience in fractional and interim CFO roles, with a strong focus on SMBs, founder-led firms, and investor-backed businesses. Trusted advisor for financial strategy, M&A, business transformation, and leadership development.

Core Expertise

Fractional / Interim Strategic Advisor focused on CFO Leadership, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), M&A, Due Diligence, & Divestitures, ERP & System Implementations, EOS / Rhythm / Lean Process Execution, Cross-functional Team Building, Private Equity & Investor Relations.

Industry Experience

• Automotive Aftermarket (Plant Controller, Mfg Mgr, Gen Mgr, VP IT, System Implementations)
• Oil Field Service & Construction
• Oil Exploration (ERP Implementation, Interim CFO)
• Family Office Financial Leadership (Finance, Accounting, M&A, Divestitures, Employee Benefits)
• Commercial Construction (Interim CFO)
• Professional Services (Law Firm, CPA Firm)
• Restaurant Group (Fractional CFO, System Implementation)
• SaaS Startups (Fractional CFO)
• Exercise Equipment Startup (Fractional CFO)
• Biometric Hardware (CFO, VP Customer Satisfaction, ERP Implementation)
• SEC Reporting (Fractional CFO for a listed shell company)
• Manufacturing

Recent Roles & Engagements

• Vice President of Finance & Operations – TPM, Inc. | Greenville, SC (2023–2025)
  Finance and operations leadership for a $35M+ commercial tech firm. Oversaw finance, accounting, FP&A, contract management, supply chain, print shop operations and warehouse management.
• CFO & VP of Customer Satisfaction – Integrated Biometrics | Spartanburg, SC (2017–2023)
  Led finance, cash management, budgeting, ERP, and supply chain for a $35M+ biometric identity manufacturer. Secured financing, improved cash flow, and supported PE stakeholders.
• Consulting Services (2009–2017; 2025-Current)
  Delivered fractional CFO and strategic advisory services to scaling companies and investment groups. Supported startups, PE/VC due diligence, SEC reporting, ERP rollouts, customer experience, and business process improvements. Served as CFO-in-Residence to i2E, a venture advisory group sponsored by the State of Oklahoma.

Education

• MBA, University of Florida
• BS in Business & Mathematics, Wake Forest University