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Portage Point Partners Welcomes Tom Wooton as Managing Director

Portage Point Partners, LLC, a leading advisory firm focused on consulting, interim management, and financial services for the middle market, is excited to announce the appointment of Tom Wooton as Managing Director of its Office of the CFO (OCFO) practice effective October 6, 2025. This strategic addition aims to bolster the firm's commitment to providing top-notch financial solutions and advisory services to its diverse clientele.

Tom Wooton brings over 20 years of comprehensive experience in finance, enabling him to guide businesses through growth phases, value creation, and complex transformation initiatives. With a background that includes steering finance-oriented integration, separation, and transformation programs for various high-profile clients, including private equity-backed firms and global Fortune 500 companies, Tom is well-prepared to tackle the challenges presented by the current business landscape.

His extensive industry experience covers a wide spectrum including technology, telecommunications, software-as-a-service, and healthcare sectors. This diversified expertise will undoubtedly enhance Portage Point’s capabilities in facilitating operational excellence while navigating financial transformations. As noted by Barclay Stanton, Head of OCFO at Portage Point, "Tom’s unique blend of hands-on CFO experience along with his advisory knowledge will empower clients to make progressive changes without sacrificing operational quality during crucial transitions."

While addressing the need for sustainable value creation, Tom emphasized the importance of strategic vision coupled with disciplined execution. Portage Point’s integrated offerings are specifically designed for seamless collaboration, offering performance improvement alongside transaction advisory capabilities. This approach is essential for delivering the insights and technology-enabled tools that middle market companies desperately need to manage financial hurdles effectively and secure long-term growth.

In the current economic environment, CFOs are facing unparalleled pressures to enhance financial performance and transparency. Matthew Ray, Founder and CEO of Portage Point, highlighted that Tom's impressive track record of steering companies towards profitability aligns perfectly with the requirements of Portage Point’s clientele. His previous role as Managing Director at EY-Parthenon and tenure as Chief Financial Officer at Revolution Foods underline his proficient leadership in driving pricing and performance enhancements that successfully led his former company to profitability for the very first time.

Portage Point Partners is dedicated to providing unmatched transactional, operational, and financial guidance to middle market stakeholders. The team specializes in various areas, including transaction advisory services, operational turnaround, investment banking, and interim management. Their cross-functional platform is adept at identifying value capture opportunities while effectively mitigating associated risks, positively influencing outcomes at every stage of the middle market business lifecycle.

To summarize, the appointment of Tom Wooton as Managing Director at Portage Point Partners signifies a notable step in strengthening the advisory services offered by its Office of the CFO. His arrival is set to further enhance the firm's reputation and effectiveness in delivering critical financial solutions tailored for middle market companies. As they embark on this new chapter, companies can expect to benefit greatly from the wealth of experience and insight that Tom brings to the table. For more information about how Portage Point can assist your business, visit www.portagepointpartners.com.