As chair of the firm’s Government practice, Tom focuses on serving the needs of public sector clients including counties, municipalities, special purpose districts and public colleges and universities. He advises public entities with a broad range of projects and issues including capital funding, federal grant compliance, development of cost allocation plans, property tax apportionment, internal control evaluation, performance audits, litigation support, budget development, and formation of audit committee charters. Prior to joining Elliott Davis in 1998, Tom provided audit and consulting services as a member of a Big Four accounting firm. He began his career as a commercial loan officer with a national bank.

Education, Credentials and Special Training
Certified Public Accountant (SC License #4576)
Masters of Accountancy, University of South Carolina
B.A., English Literature, University of South Carolina
Government Financial Officers Association

Professional Affiliations
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants
Government Financial Officers Association

Civic and Community Activities
Board Member and Treasurer, Goodwill Industries
Board Member and Former President, Central (SC) Habitat for Humanity
Board Member and Treasurer, Congaree Land Trust
Former Board Member, Court Appointed Special Advocates
Alumnus, Leadership Columbia, Columbia Chamber of Commerce