Heritage Capital Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Patterson as a principal in its Savannah office. Kevin brings over a decade of experience in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), financial consulting, and deal structuring. His diverse background strengthens Heritage’s ability to deliver tailored solutions to middle-market business owners throughout the Southeast.
Kevin’s career reflects a broad expertise across buy-side and sell-side M&A, structured finance, and strategic advisory. Most recently, he served as a transaction advisor with Indiana Business Advisors, where he managed both buy-side engagements for lower middle-market companies and sell-side business brokerage assignments. He also served as a principal of Burgundy Financial, where he advised clients in alternative investment structuring and offered deal support for M&A advisors and investment banks. Earlier in his career, Kevin held leadership roles at AmTrust Financial, EisnerAmper, Northern Trust Hedge Fund Services, and RSM, where he built a reputation for excellence in financial analysis, compliance, and client service across multiple industries and geographies.
A Certified Public Accountant licensed in Florida, Kevin earned dual bachelor of science degrees in accounting and finance from Florida State University. He also holds a real estate broker license in Indiana and his FINRA SIE and 63 license. Beyond his professional work, Kevin is deeply engaged in the entrepreneurial community, serving as a past board chair of The Startup Accelerator (DBA The Speak Easy), an organization that supported innovation and early-stage businesses in Indianapolis.
“We are thrilled to welcome Kevin to our Savannah team,” said Bill Sorenson, CEO of Heritage. “His track record of guiding business owners through complex transactions, combined with his experience in finance, M&A, and deal structuring, makes him a tremendous asset to our clients. Kevin’s collaborative approach and entrepreneurial mindset align perfectly with Heritage’s culture and our mission to help business owners maximize value during critical transitions.”
“I’m excited to join Heritage Capital Group and to help expand our presence in Savannah,” said Kevin. “Throughout my career, I’ve worked alongside business owners and leadership teams to execute transformative deals, improve processes, and create long-term value. I look forward to applying that experience to Heritage’s clients and contributing to the firm’s continued growth.”