Thomas Y.
About Thomas Y.
Thomas Y. is the EVP of Mergers & Acquisitions at Simplicity Group, with over 25 years of experience in financial services and healthcare sectors.
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Thomas Y. is the Executive Vice President of Mergers & Acquisitions at Simplicity Group, a position he has held since 2018.
Current Role at Simplicity Group
Thomas Y. currently serves as the Executive Vice President for Mergers & Acquisitions at Simplicity Group, having joined the team in 2018. In this role, he oversees the entire M&A life cycle, including valuation, deal structuring, due diligence, and integration.
Professional Experience
Thomas Y. has extensive experience in the financial services and healthcare sectors, focusing on growth-oriented companies. His previous roles include Director at Alvarez & Marsal (2015-2018), Partner at Walton White Advisory and Gracie Point, CFO-STX at Harbert Management Corporation, Senior Manager at Ernst & Young Global Consulting Services, Mergers and Acquisitions Manager at Highland Capital Brokerage, and Mergers and Acquisitions Analyst at CVS/Caremark.
Education and Certification
Thomas Y. holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, where he graduated with honors. He also studied at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, earning a Master of Accounting (MAc) and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Accounting. Additionally, he holds an inactive CPA license.
Expertise and Skills
With over 25 years of expertise in the financial services and healthcare sectors, Thomas Y. specializes in the entire M&A life cycle. His skills encompass valuation, deal structuring, due diligence, and integration, making him a valuable asset in any growth-oriented company.