At i3 Advisors, each member of our team is a seasoned leader in their respective domain—finance, operations, marketing, tax strategy, and more. But what makes us different is how we work together. We don’t just advise—we integrate. We meet regularly, share insights, and build strategies as one unified C-suite to move your business forward.
Value Growth Advisor / CEO Coach
Tom Matthesen is a seasoned CEO and strategic advisor with a passion for helping middle
market companies grow their enterprise value. With a career spanning over three decades, Tom
has successfully led businesses through complex turnarounds, high-growth phases, capital
restructurings, and exits—often under challenging macroeconomic conditions.
Tom works directly with entrepreneurs and business leaders to assess and elevate every dimension of their company: financial, operational, cultural, and strategic. His approach is hands-on, rooted in real-world experience, and laser-focused on delivering measurable improvements in profitability, cash flow, and long-term value.
Most importantly, Tom understands the unique pressures that CEOs face—often without a safe,
trusted space to turn. His passion and mission is to serve as a confidential partner, sounding board, and problem solver for entrepreneurs navigating complexity and growth.
Tom holds an MBA from Georgia State University’s J. Mack Robinson College of Business, a
Finance degree from the University of Colorado, and a Graduate Degree in Banking from the
University of Delaware (graduated with distinction). He is also Six Sigma certified.”
Fractional CFO / Estate & Tax Strategist
Anthony Bird is a seasoned CPA and high net worth advisor based in Southlake, Texas, with over 30 years of experience in financial services and wealth management. As President of F2 Analytics, Anthony specializes in advising affluent clients on complex estate, tax, and financial planning strategies. He began his career as an accountant with KPMG (formerly Pete Marwick) before moving into financial services, where he has held leadership roles at New York Life, The Heritage Organization, and Alliance Partners. Anthony is a graduate of the University of Texas at Arlington and is known for his passion for mentoring, teaching, and building lasting client relationships.
Strategic Tax Advisor
Wealth Management Advisor
Business Integrator / EOS Implementer
Fractional CMO / Brand & Marketing Strategist
Operations & Contracts Leader