Tom Sheffield brings 30+ years of corporate leadership — state, national, and global — to your business. Management consulting, executive coaching, and franchise guidance. One conversation can change your direction.
The consulting industry is full of firms that sell you a packaged solution — one-size-fits-all frameworks delivered by analysts who've never run a business. Franchise brokers who get paid on commission. Leadership coaches who read the same three books you have.
A franchise that doesn't fit your life. A management hire that drags the team down. A strategic pivot nobody believed in. The cost of bad consulting isn't just the retainer — it's the years of recovery.
Most consultants have a framework and they apply it to every client. If your strategy looks like everyone else's strategy, you'll get everyone else's results. Your business deserves guidance as specific as your situation.
Leadership is the ceiling of organizational growth. Without coaching that meets you where you are — your industry, your team, your personality — the gap between potential and performance just keeps widening.
Tom Sheffield founded HuntJack Consulting in 2018, but his experience started long before. Over 30 years of corporate leadership — from blue-collar roles to senior management at the state, national, and global levels — means Tom understands business from the inside out. Not from a textbook.
As a management consultant, executive leadership coach, and certified franchise advisor, Tom serves clients across the USA. He's earned the President's Award from The Entrepreneur's Source — recognition reserved for the top performers in franchise coaching.
"My goal isn't to sell you a solution. It's to educate you — to help you see your situation clearly and discover the path that actually fits your life." — Tom Sheffield, Founder, HuntJack Consulting
Whether you're growing a company, developing as a leader, or exploring franchise ownership — Tom brings 30+ years of real-world experience to every conversation.
Small to medium-sized businesses often deliver outstanding products but fall short in operations, team structure, or strategic direction. Tom bridges that gap — with hands-on guidance built from decades of senior leadership, not a generic playbook.
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Leadership is the lid on your organization's potential. Tom's one-on-one executive coaching helps you close the gap between where you are and the leader your business needs you to be — with education and accountability that actually sticks.
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Franchise brokers get paid when you sign. Tom doesn't. As a certified franchise coach, Tom's only goal is to educate you so you can make the decision that's right for your life, budget, and goals — not his. That's a different kind of franchise guidance.
Learn More →No complicated onboarding. No package upsells. Just three steps from conversation to clarity.
30 minutes with Tom. No pitch, no pressure. He listens to where you are — your goals, your challenges, what's not working — and you'll leave with more clarity than you came with.
Tom builds a roadmap specific to your situation. No templates. He educates you on your options, works through your decision with you, and helps you see the path most consultants would overlook.
Strategy without accountability fades. Tom stays in your corner — tracking progress, adjusting course when the market changes, and coaching you through the moments that matter most.
Tom offers a complimentary 30-minute discovery session to every new client. No fee. No proposal at the end. Just an honest conversation that might be worth more than six months of doing it alone.
Same-day appointments available · M–F 9 AM–5 PM EST
Small and medium businesses often deliver great work but struggle with the infrastructure behind it — team alignment, operational efficiency, growth strategy, or decision-making under pressure. That's where Tom steps in.
Most leadership coaching programs hand you a book and a framework. Tom's approach is different — one-on-one, education-first, and calibrated to your personality, your team, and your industry. It's coaching that actually changes how you lead.
Most franchise brokers get paid when you sign. That creates a conflict Tom refuses to have. His franchise coaching is designed to educate you first — about the model, the industry, your finances, your lifestyle — so you can make a decision you won't regret five years from now.
The consulting and coaching industry has a trust problem. Here's the honest difference between what most firms do — and what you get when you work with Tom.
❌ Most Consulting Firms
You pitch to a partner, then get handed to a junior consultant who does the actual work
One-size-fits-all frameworks applied to every client regardless of their specific situation
Franchise brokers earn commission — their recommendation depends on who pays them most
Tell you what to do — deliver a deck, collect the fee, move on to the next client
Available when you need to schedule. Not when you actually need guidance.
✅ Tom Sheffield / HuntJack
You always work directly with Tom — every session, every strategy, every conversation
Customized approach for every client — your industry, your team, your goals, your life
Unbiased franchise guidance — no commissions, no pressure, only your best interests
Education-first — Tom teaches you to think, so you make better decisions independently
Real access. Tom Sheffield answers. (813) 404-2000 — you'll know who you're calling.
Here's what clients describe after working with Tom — not vague "satisfaction," but real, specific outcomes.
Not "explore options." A defined next step, a concrete strategy, and the confidence that it's the right one for your specific situation — not someone else's.
Teams that execute. Leaders who inspire rather than just direct. Business processes that actually support growth instead of creating drag.
Whether that's a thriving company you built, a franchise that works around your schedule, or a leadership role that energizes instead of exhausts you.
"Tom helped me see franchise ownership in a completely different light. He wasn't trying to sell me anything — he was genuinely educating me. That made all the difference in the decision I made."
"Working with Tom was different from any consulting I'd experienced. He challenged the way I was thinking, not just the tactics I was using. Six months later, my team is stronger and our revenue reflects it."
"Tom's leadership coaching cut through the noise. He's been exactly where I've been — and he speaks from experience, not theory. I finally felt like I was getting advice from someone who actually knew what it was like."
| What Matters | Large Consulting Firms | Franchise Brokers | ✅ HuntJack / Tom |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who you work with | Junior analysts after the pitch | Sales reps with a quota | Tom Sheffield — every time |
| Compensation model | High retainer, hourly billing | Commission from franchisors | No commission — objective guidance |
| Approach | Framework-first, generic | Push to sign a deal | Education-first, customized |
| Experience depth | Varies (often academic) | Sales background | 30+ years real corporate leadership |
| Services under one roof | Usually one specialty | Franchise only | Consulting + Coaching + Franchise |
| Free initial consultation | Rarely — or it's a pitch | Yes, but they're selling | Yes — genuinely free, no pressure |
Award — The Entrepreneur's Source. Top performer recognition.
Years of corporate leadership across state, national, and global levels
Clients served — management, leadership, and franchise coaching
Wide service area — based in Tampa, FL, working with clients nationally
No commitment. No invoice. Just 30 minutes on the phone with Tom. Most people leave with more clarity than they've had in months — just from talking it through with someone who's been there.
With a consulting firm, you meet the partner and get handed to a junior analyst. With HuntJack, you always work directly with Tom Sheffield — 30+ years of real corporate leadership, state to global. There's no delegation. No junior team. No standardized playbook. Just Tom, applying 30 years of experience to your specific situation.
Tom works with small to medium-sized businesses across the USA, as well as executives and aspiring franchise owners at any stage. Industries vary widely — his approach is rooted in leadership and organizational principles that transfer across verticals. If you're unsure whether your situation is a fit, the free discovery call is the right place to find out.
Most franchise "coaches" or "brokers" earn a referral fee from the franchisor — meaning they're incentivized to place you in a franchise, not necessarily the right one. Tom's coaching is compensated differently, which means his only goal is to educate you thoroughly so you can make the decision that's right for your goals, budget, and lifestyle. If you ultimately decide franchise ownership isn't for you — that's a win, not a loss.
Tom's executive and leadership coaching is one-on-one and built around your specific goals, strengths, and gaps. Sessions focus on education — building your strategic thinking, communication, and leadership decision-making — combined with real accountability between sessions. Tom brings corporate leadership experience at the state, national, and global levels to every conversation.
Yes. HuntJack Consulting serves clients across the USA. Tom works with clients via phone and video consultation, and his Tampa location is his base — not his boundary. If you're searching for a business consultant near me or management consulting services nationally, Tom is available for remote engagements.
Tom offers free consultations with same-day availability when his schedule allows. To get started, simply call (813) 404-2000 or use the contact form to request your free 30-minute discovery session. There's no cost, no commitment, and most clients find significant clarity just from that first conversation.
Whether you're ready to grow your business, step into stronger leadership, or finally explore the franchise opportunity you've been putting off — Tom is ready to help. 30 minutes is all it takes to find out.
Same-day appointments available · M–F 9 AM–5 PM EST · Tampa, FL · Serving the USA