Biography of Torey Hinkson
Torey S. Hinkson brings institutional-level M&A expertise to Georgia's lower-middle market as President & Owner of First Choice Business Brokers (FCBB) Peachtree. After 20 years executing M&A transactions representing billions of dollars in aggregate value, he applies that same rigor and sophistication to helping Georgia business owners navigate successful exits.
Torey began his career as an infantry officer in the United States Marine Corps, where he developed the leadership, discipline, and strategic planning capabilities that define his approach today. That military foundation—combined with two decades of complex deal execution—gives him a unique ability to simplify the transaction process for business owners while maintaining the attention to detail that protects value and drives successful outcomes.
By combining his hands-on transaction expertise with First Choice Business Brokers' proven platform, established buyer network, and 30+ year track record, Torey delivers a level of service typically reserved for much larger transactions. Georgia business owners get the personalized guidance of working directly with an experienced M&A professional backed by the systems and reach of a national platform.
While Torey has deep expertise in building products, transportation & logistics, residential services, manufacturing, chemicals, and aerospace, defense & government services, he works with business owners across all industries. Two decades of transaction experience across diverse sectors has trained him to quickly understand different business models, identify value drivers, and anticipate challenges regardless of industry. His work with entrepreneur-owned businesses, multi-generational family owned businesses, franchises, and other closely held enterprises gives him insight into the unique dynamics each ownership structure brings to a transaction—whether navigating family succession planning, franchise transfer requirements, or founder exit strategies.
Torey guides clients through every stage of the transaction lifecycle—from planning and valuation through negotiation and closing—translating complex deal mechanics into clear, actionable decisions that protect value and position owners for successful outcomes.
Torey holds an MBA from the University of Maryland and a Bachelor of Science from the United States Naval Academy. He resides in Fayette County with his wife and two teenage boys. Outside of work, he attends his sons' sporting and musical events, grills for family and friends, and follows college and professional athletics.
