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Hilco Global Welcomes Ted Tomaras as Chief Operating Officer in Professional Services

Northbrook, Illinois – March 4, 2026 – Hilco Global, a leading diversified financial services provider known for its expertise in asset valuation, advisory services, and capital solutions, has announced the appointment of Ted Tomaras as the new Chief Operating Officer (COO) of its Professional Services Division. This strategic move aims to bolster the company's operations and enhance its service offerings across various sectors.

In his new role, Tomaras will directly report to David Kurtz, the Vice Chairman of Hilco Global and the CEO of the Professional Services Division. His responsibilities will encompass overseeing the operational aspects of the firm’s diverse practices, with a core focus on strengthening the operating framework, promoting integration across different business lines, and facilitating substantial, scalable growth.

As Hilco Global embarks on its journey to expand its advisory capabilities, Tomaras will collaborate closely with Kurtz to further develop the firm's strategy of establishing a comprehensive multi-disciplinary professional services organization. This includes spearheading both short-term and long-term growth initiatives, such as targeted organic growth, strategic acquisitions, a strengthened investment in senior advisory talent, and enhancing the company's real estate advisory services across various institutional and commercial sectors.

With nearly 20 years of extensive global leadership experience in managing and expanding complex real estate advisory and professional services firms, Tomaras brings a wealth of knowledge to Hilco Global. His prior experience includes serving as the Global COO and CFO for JLL's Hotels & Hospitality Group, as well as holding crucial financial leadership roles in the Value & Risk Advisory business and Capital Markets Group at JLL. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a successful track record of integrating finance and operations with business strategy, modernizing reporting frameworks, driving complex acquisition strategies, and implementing technology-driven platforms for improved transparency and decision-making across global organizations.

David Kurtz commended Tomaras, stating, "Ted brings a unique combination of strategic finance expertise, operational rigor, and transformational leadership. As we proceed in fortifying our Professional Services platform, his experience in leading complex organizations and executing growth strategies is essential in enhancing our overall performance and delivering long-term value for our clients."

In response to his new role, Tomaras expressed enthusiasm, saying, "Hilco Global has established a unique and differentiated platform that combines in-depth advisory services with capital solutions and investment capabilities. I am thrilled to join at such a pivotal moment in the firm’s evolution and to contribute to expanding our platform through strategic growth initiatives, improved integration across practices, and ongoing investments in our talented team. My aim will be to deliver exceptional outcomes for our clients."

Tomaras is based in Chicago and is set to support Hilco Global's Professional Services operations on a global scale.

About Hilco Global

Hilco Global is a subsidiary of ORIX Corporation USA and operates as a diversified financial services firm. The company is dedicated to delivering integrated professional services and capital solutions aimed at helping clients maximize value and enhance performance across various sectors including retail, commercial, industrial, real estate, manufacturing, and intellectual property. Hilco Global offers tailored solutions to healthy, stressed, and distressed companies, adeptly handling complex situations and creating long-term enterprise value.

With its headquarters in Northbrook, Illinois, Hilco Global boasts a workforce of over 810 professionals spread across four continents, enabling them to deliver the best possible outcomes aligned with clients' interests. For more information, visit www.hilcoglobal.com.