Hilco Global Taps JLL Veteran Tomaras as COO to Scale Advisory Business
Event summary
- Ted Tomaras joins Hilco Global as COO of Professional Services on March 4, 2026.
- Tomaras reports to David Kurtz and will focus on operational infrastructure and growth.
- Hilco aims to expand advisory capabilities through organic growth and acquisitions.
- Tomaras brings two decades of experience in real estate advisory from JLL.
The big picture
Hilco Global is doubling down on its advisory platform amid growing competition in financial services. The hire of a JLL veteran signals an intent to professionalize operations and compete more aggressively in real estate advisory, where scale and integration are key differentiators. With over 810 professionals globally, Hilco aims to leverage Tomaras' experience to drive both organic and acquisitive growth.
What we're watching
- Integration Challenges
- How Tomaras will enhance cross-practice integration at Hilco.
- Acquisition Strategy
- Whether Hilco can execute targeted acquisitions to scale advisory business.
- Talent Investment
- The pace at which Hilco attracts senior advisory talent under Tomaras' leadership.
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