Expert Technological Insights
Bridging the gap between you and success
Expert Technological Insights
Bridging the gap between you and success
Technical Consulting
Key-Person Risk Reduction
Technical Consulting
What tech does my office need? How can I get it? We help keep you up to date on the latest and greatest, including all things AI.
RFP Assistance
Key-Person Risk Reduction
Technical Consulting
Writing an RFP? Don't know where to start? We got you.
Purchasing Services
Key-Person Risk Reduction
Key-Person Risk Reduction
Sometimes you know what you want, but you don't have time to go get it. Let us do it for you.
Key-Person Risk Reduction
Key-Person Risk Reduction
Key-Person Risk Reduction
Capture, organize, and transfer critical institutional knowledge so your office can operate smoothly through staffing changes.
What it Looks Like to Work with Heyman Advisors
Getting Started
When you engage Heyman Advisors, the first step is simple: we take the time to understand your office in detail.
We sit down with you and your team—virtually or in person—and walk through how your office actually operates day to day:
- Your core responsibilities and workflows
- The systems and tools you rely on
- Current challenges, bottlenecks, and risks
- Upcoming decisions, deadlines, or pressures
This is not a surface-level conversation. We focus on how things really work—not just how they’re supposed to work.
From there, we organize what we learn into a clear, prioritized action plan:
- Immediate issues that need attention
- Opportunities to improve efficiency or reduce risk
- Upcoming decisions where guidance will matter most
Then we get to work alongside you.
What Happens Next
Once we’re engaged, we operate as an extension of your team—not an outside observer.
That means getting involved where the real work is happening:
We sit in on calls and cut through the noise
When you’re evaluating a platform, service, or data source, we help steer the conversation toward what actually matters—performance, fit, and long-term impact on your office.
We help you reach better agreements
Not from a legal standpoint—but from a practical one. We focus on scope, expectations, deliverables, and how the relationship will function day to day so there are no surprises later.
We turn “one-person knowledge” into shared operational clarity
When critical processes live in one person’s head, your office is exposed. We work directly with your team to map out how things actually get done—step by step—then organize that into clear, usable documentation that others can follow.
The result: less disruption, faster onboarding, and far less dependency on any single individual.
We build small tools and automations where they make sense
If something is being done manually over and over—tracking, organizing, reconciling—we can often streamline it with lightweight scripts or simple internal tools that save time immediately.
We help you stay ahead, not just react
Whether it’s a renewal decision, a new initiative, or something unexpected, you have someone to call who already understands your environment and can give you a straight answer.
Some weeks you’ll lean on us heavily. Other times, we’re simply there when something comes up.
Either way, you’re not figuring it out alone.
How Your Workflows Improve With Heyman
These are the kinds of situations we see every day—and how they typically change once we’re involved.
Evaluating a New System or Data Service
Without Heyman
- You sit through multiple demos that all sound similar
- It’s difficult to separate real capability from presentation
- Key questions don’t get asked until it’s too late
- The decision carries a lot of internal pressure
With Heyman
- We help define what actually matters for your office upfront
- We guide conversations toward real-world use—not just features
- We identify tradeoffs, limitations, and long-term implications
- You make a decision based on clarity, not guesswork
Structuring a Major Purchase or Formal Process
Without Heyman
- Requirements are hard to clearly define
- The process becomes reactive instead of intentional
- Comparing options is time-consuming and inconsistent
- You’re not fully confident in the outcome
With Heyman
- We help structure the process around your actual needs
- We bring consistency to how options are evaluated
- We help you stay in control from start to finish
- The end result is organized, defensible, and aligned with your goals
Entering or Renewing an Agreement
Without Heyman
- It’s unclear what should be negotiated vs. accepted
- Important details about scope and expectations get missed
- You don’t find issues until after things are already in motion
With Heyman
- We focus on how the relationship will actually function day to day
- We help clarify expectations, deliverables, and responsibilities
- We flag potential friction points early
- You move forward with fewer surprises and better alignment
One Employee Holds Critical Processes Together
Without Heyman
- Key workflows aren’t documented
- Training others is slow and inconsistent
- The office is exposed if that person leaves or is unavailable
With Heyman
- We extract and map out how the work actually gets done
- We turn that into structured, usable documentation
- We identify gaps and single points of failure
- Your team becomes more resilient and easier to scale
Repetitive, Manual Work Is Slowing You Down
Without Heyman
- Staff are tracking things in spreadsheets or email threads
- The same tasks are repeated over and over
- Time is lost to low-value administrative work
With Heyman
- We identify where simple automation can help
- We build lightweight scripts or internal tools where appropriate
- We reduce manual effort without introducing heavy systems
- Your team gets time back immediately
No Clear View of Systems, Costs, and Usage
Without Heyman
- Costs, renewals, and usage are spread across systems and people
- It’s hard to know what’s being used vs. what’s being paid for
- Decisions are made without a full picture
With Heyman
- We can stand up a simple internal “subscription hub”
- Track systems, data, costs, renewals, and usage in one place
- Surface underutilized tools and upcoming decisions
- Give leadership a clear, organized view of the environment
The Result
Less time spent chasing answers.
Fewer surprises.
Stronger decisions.
A more stable, efficient office.
That’s what it looks like to have Heyman Advisors in your corner.
Schedule a Consultation
We will sit down with you and go over your office needs - what you are doing now, what your goals are, and how you are achieving them. We can tell how how we will help, and you can determine if Heyman Advisors is the right fit.
Our Members
Matt Thomas - Managing Partner
As the CEO of Heyman Advisors, Matt Thomas leads with a commitment to transforming how local governments approach technology and vendor relationships. With over two decades of experience in technical sales and consulting, Matt has a proven track record of exceeding goals, driving results, and delivering tailored solutions for complex ch
As the CEO of Heyman Advisors, Matt Thomas leads with a commitment to transforming how local governments approach technology and vendor relationships. With over two decades of experience in technical sales and consulting, Matt has a proven track record of exceeding goals, driving results, and delivering tailored solutions for complex challenges.
Throughout his career, Matt has achieved exceptional milestones, including setting multiple revenue records, consistently surpassing quotas, and earning numerous awards for his dedication and expertise. His passion lies in helping local government offices optimize their processes, from contract negotiations to technology implementation, always prioritizing efficiency and value for his clients.
A devoted family man, Matt is married with three children and enjoys spending time outdoors, especially when it involves a good round of golf. His leadership at Heyman Advisors is grounded in his belief in building strong partnerships and fostering a culture of trust, innovation, and collaboration.
When you work with Matt and the Heyman Advisors team, you’re not just getting expert consultants—you’re gaining trusted allies who are dedicated to helping you navigate technology decisions with confidence and success.
Taylor Tieche - Managing Partner
With 8 years of experience in local government, Taylor is an accomplished professional with a strong background in client service and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). She holds a degree in Geography from the University of Tennessee and has developed specialized skills in spatial analysis and imagery. Taylor is passionate about leve
With 8 years of experience in local government, Taylor is an accomplished professional with a strong background in client service and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). She holds a degree in Geography from the University of Tennessee and has developed specialized skills in spatial analysis and imagery. Taylor is passionate about leveraging the latest technology to provide creative, effective solutions that deliver measurable benefits to local government and taxpayers alike. Known for her customer-focused approach and solution-oriented mindset, she excels at building relationships and fostering collaboration to achieve sustainable outcomes.
Outside of her professional life, Taylor is an avid traveler who enjoys hiking, horseback riding, and participating in any activities that connect her with nature. She can be found spending time with family, her pets, or working in her herb garden at home in Nashville, TN.
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Heyman Advisors
Matt Thomas, Managing Partner - (832) 724-8696 Taylor Tieche, Managing Partner - (615) 881-4288
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