Testimonials

Gordon Hanks

Bridgewater Companies

I’ve known and worked with Tom for over 30 years.  In the early years of our business, my partners and I were looking for an individual who could help us expand and manage multiple remote locations around the country. Tom Porter was the right choice.

Tom became our top corporate manager and always displayed integrity, leadership, and amazing organizational skills no matter what he was tasked with. 

Tom became a partner in the business, and when it was time to sell the company, he played an integral role in helping us achieve a very desirable outcome. 

His skills and business acumen propelled him to even greater success as he continued his contribution with other prosperous companies.   

Morris Rothenberg

New York Wiping

 My interaction with Tom was during the due diligence process after agreeing to sell my company.

I was impressed with Tom’s ability and business acumen to handle a complex investigation of a 70 years old family business in a polite and precise fashion.

It was like seeing a surgeon operating on a patient. Tom knew what steps to take and questions to ask for the acquisition to run smoothly in an organized manner 

Cliff Cole

Accent Chemical and Equipment Supply

 When my company was purchased by Bridgewater, Tom was my main partner contact.  Selling your company is a very stressful and trying time.

 Tom’s organization and understanding what needed to happen was very reassuring.  As I would find out, the organization and knowledge Tom had in the process is just part of who he is. 

I couldn’t recommend anyone more highly!  

Regina Milliot

Regional Sales Manager

Tom Porter is not only an exceptional professional but also distinguished by his unwavering commitment to transparency and ethical principles. I had the pleasure of working alongside Tom for a decade at Aramsco, where we tackled several projects together. Among these was the critical integration of our first janitorial distribution company—a particularly challenging task during the midst of COVID-19. Given that both companies were deemed “essential” and remained operational, the stakes and complexities were significantly heightened.

Tom possesses a remarkable ability to lead through constant change. His blend of strategic vision and meticulous execution was not just impressive but essential, ensuring the integration was both seamless, safe, and efficient. More than a strategist, Tom is a unifier; his ability of blending different corporate cultures and rallying teams around a shared objective was critical to our success. His communication skills created an environment of collaboration, trust and respect, which propelled our project forward.

I wholeheartedly recommend him to any organization looking to navigate the complexities of today's business landscape. Engaging with Tom is not just a step towards achieving your business goals; it's a leap towards fostering a culture of excellence, integrity, and innovation.

Brian Fox

Envirochemical

I first met Tom when he lead the team that acquired my company in January of 2021.  Our team was stressed until Tom spoke to them individually and gave them a sense of calm.  He asked all the right questions and understood our business and process.  He worked with the team to make the transition smooth through close and post transaction. 

What could have been a negative experience in the employees eyes turned out to be enjoyable.  Over 3 years later, our entire team (including me) are still here and exceeding expectations. 

Cliff Cole

District Manager

After my company was purchased by Bridgewater, I was a direct report of Tom’s.  The personal and professional organization I learned from Tom was invaluable and I still use today. 

With my latest company, More Floods Inc., I am known as one of the best organizational process and systems people in our industry and consult with 100’s of business owners.  Tom was a major influencer and mentor which allowed me to help others. 

Tom’s organizational and mentoring skills are amazing and he practices what he preaches! 

Andrew Katz

ALK Associates, LLC

I worked with Tom for over 8 years at a specialty contracting company that grew by acquisition. Tom focused on learning the operations of the acquired company and preparing for integration while I focused on the accounting side of the business. Tom’s management style was to listen and learn from others before making changes. Integrations into the parent company ERP system were seamless as the transition processes were well thought-out. The teams at the acquired company and at the parent company were adequately prepared for the nuances of integration.

I recommend Tom to any organization looking to enhance its business through a detailed review of either specific areas or a complete operational/business transformation. Tom is fun to work with and will provide an eye-opening work product which will involve him rolling up his sleeves and immersing himself in the improvement process.

Cecilio del Valle

Safety Zone

Tom Porter was the lead  when his company acquired our business. His business integration knowledge and people skills made something as complicated as a business acquisition look easy.

 The entire process was planned almost to the minute, there was no improvisation and he ensured communication channels were always open. 

This not being my first rodeo, I can testify he has a natural problem-solving ability.   

Cliff Cole

Moore Floods

We had Tom as our keynote speaker at our National Sales Meeting - he spoke on employee management and discipline, as well as, doing some breakout sessions.  

He does an amazing job of delivering a message everyone can understand and follow while keeping their attention.  He received very high marks all around. The true measure of his impact is that I have customers come up to me years later and telling me they are using the system Tom taught and it has ha positive change in their company culture and employee engagement.

Tom is a professional, true systems guy, effective speaker and implementer.