Tom Finegan

Tom Finegan has guided Clarkston’s vision since co-founding the firm 20 years ago. Along with the other co-founders, Tom believed in a simple strategy that consulting firms that genuinely care about driving measurable business results for clients and creating a rewarding and stimulating environment for professionals will thrive in the crowded consulting marketplace. Tom is a recognized expert in business corporate, business unit, and transformational strategy development for global Life Sciences and Consumer Products companies.

Named a finalist in Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year, a 40 under 40 Leader, and other industry awards, Tom is recognized in the industry as an entrepreneurial strategist able to bring new innovative ideas to large and emerging companies alike. Today, Tom still serves as the strategic counsel to CEOs, EVPs, and other business leaders on several client accounts.

Tom is currently the Chairman of the Board for Rural Sourcing, Inc., FoodLogiQ, Clarkston Consulting and serves as a managing member of Clarkson Merchant Partners and Enlight Research. He is also a member of the Executive Committee of the RTP Inception Micro Angel Fund (IMAF-RTP) and a past executive member of the board for the Council for Entrepreneurial Development (CED).