Tom founded the firm in 1998.
His extensive experience ranging from sales to CEO has been pivotal in the firm's success, earning him the 'Distressed Mergers and Acquisitions Dealmaker of the Year' award twice; once in 2014 and then a decade later, in 2024. His academic journey is equally impressive, with a BA in Accounting from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, a JD from the University of Chicago, and an MBA from Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University.
A respected voice in the industry, Tom frequently shares insights on distressed investing and strategic financing. Tom is the host of several annual business community events.
