Tommy Henley had a unique journey to ETA. With a decade-plus career in education, and a focus on underserved students, Tommy knew mission-alignment was critical to his acquisition journey. He closed on the Kumon of Harlem East in March 2026 – a math and reading education franchise with a focus on K-12 students.
Why ETA?
“Owning a business is the most liberating feeling.” – Tommy Henley
Ownership In Action
With his recent acquisition, Tommy is now the owner of two tutoring centers, with a plan to close on his second preschool in the coming months, bringing his total holdings to four education-focused companies serving marginalized communities.
One of Tommy’s first lessons of ownership: managing cashflow. He had to gain an understanding of his businesses’ needs to ensure they could fund expansion. His expansion goals include adding 4 tutoring centers and 5 more preschools – all positioned to support underserved communities.
“Driving impact has been the most valuable element of owning a business.”
“Just DO IT! Often folks spend time sourcing, and looking for the ‘right’ deal, but you have to just execute! SEND THAT LOI!”
Kumon of Harlem East, New York
Math and reading education franchise