Tom Hicks

Director, corporate finance

Tom Hicks

Meet Tom

Tom helps SMEs and large corporates navigate key business milestones, from acquisitions and private equity investment to strategic growth and business sales.

Hi, I’m Tom, a Director in the M&A team here at PKF Francis Clark, working with clients across the South West.

Day to day, I work closely with founders and SMEs, supporting them with their strategic objectives, whether that’s securing funding for growth or maximising value through the sale of their business.

I understand that a transaction can be a stressful and pivotal moment for any business owner, and I really enjoy working closely with clients to understand their objectives and make sure they feel supported through every step of the transaction process.

Outside of work, I’m a keen follower of Plymouth Argyle and an enthusiastic golfer. Away from that, I enjoy spending time with my young family and walking our dog along the Devon Coast Path.

Thanks for watching, and I look forward to meeting you soon.

Tom helps founders and investors manage the challenges of buying, selling, and scaling businesses. He is a skilled financial modeller with strong attention to detail in financial analysis. This expertise adds value during negotiations, especially on complex deal mechanics and completion mechanisms.

He unlocks value through strategic advice tailored to each business and situation. Whether structuring a deal or finding the right buyer, he brings clarity and energy to each transaction.

Latest posts featuring Tom

Four members of Swanky's executive board standing together

PKF Francis Clark advises YFM Equity Partners on investment into Swanky Group

28 April 2026

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PKF Francis Clark’s newly promoted directors (clockwise, from top left): Alex Davies, Charles Richards, Jessica Tubbs, Chris Madeley, Claire Hill, David Williams, Kate Culley, Tom Hicks, Ruth Warren, Victoria Smith, Russell Phillips, Rachel Addiss and Michelle Ford

We're celebrating a record number of director promotions

1 July 2025

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A person wearing glasses and an orange sweater is looking intently at a computer screen. The reflection of code is visible on the lenses of the glasses.

Driving value in your business with data insights

6 May 2025

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Portrait of Tom Hicks, Director of Corporate Finance at PKF Francis Clark.

Deal alert: Supporting Connected ID on sale to US buyer

20 March 2025

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