Tom has over 30 years of experience in the field of taxation and is Forte's expert in federal, state and international income tax compliance, planning, representation, and estate succession consultation. Tom's clients include marquee names and organizations in the entertainment industry. Such clientele not only include "in front of the camera" talent such as musicians and actors, but also producers, directors, managers, agents and publishers to name a few.

Prior to Forté, Tom spent 16 years with Provident Financial Management, a Los Angeles based business management firm. Tom left Provident as their Tax Partner responsible for developing, refining and managing the firm's tax practices in Boston, Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco.

Tom began his career as an (individual) office auditor for the IRS. The time spent at the IRS provided firsthand experience in tax compliance and controversies from the Federal government's perspective. Furthermore, Tom's insight into the administration and protocols within the IRS has proved invaluable. Immediately following his tenure with the IRS Tom spent several years with Arthur Andersen in their tax division.

Tom holds a Bachelors in Accounting from California State University, Los Angeles and a Masters Degree in Business Taxation from Golden State University.