HALL Structured Finance Names Mark Klipsch President, Don Braun Transitions to Vice Chairman in Dallas Leadership Change

DALLAS, Texas — April 27, 2026 — HALL Structured Finance announced that Mark Klipsch has been named President of the firm's lending platform, succeeding Donald Braun, who will transition to the role of Vice Chairman of both Hall Group and HALL Structured Finance.

Klipsch will also retain his role as Chief Financial Officer of Hall Group, the firm's parent company, which specializes in real estate development, lending, and investment. He is additionally a member of the Hall Wines of Napa Advisory Board and provides oversight to the financial operations of Hall Wines.

Klipsch Takes the Helm at HALL Structured Finance

As President of HALL Structured Finance, Klipsch will oversee the lending platform's day-to-day operations, including originations, underwriting and credit, asset management, compliance, and portfolio management. He will also continue to serve on HSF's Loan Committee. In his concurrent role as CFO of Hall Group, he leads the company's capital markets strategy, oversees capital formation across the platform, assists in evaluating investments, and provides oversight of accounting and tax functions.

"I'm honored to take on this role and build upon the strength of this firm," Klipsch said. "Hall Structured Finance has an exceptional team and a strong reputation in the market, and as the private lending landscape continues to evolve, I look forward to helping expand our platform and deliver continued value to clients and partners."

Klipsch brings more than 30 years of experience across capital markets, investments, and finance, with expertise spanning debt and equity capital formation, team leadership, and strategic execution. Prior to joining Hall Group, he served as Chief Financial Officer and President of Capital Markets at A10 Capital, where he was responsible for capital raising, capital markets activities, and finance and reporting functions.

Don Braun's 46-Year Legacy at Hall Group

The leadership transition follows the planned retirement of Don Braun, who is concluding a 46-year career with Hall Group. During that tenure, Braun played a central role in building and expanding the firm's real estate lending platform and broader investment strategy. He previously served as President of Hall Group and was named President of HALL Structured Finance in 2022. Under his leadership, the platform grew into a nationally recognized private lender.

Braun will serve as Vice Chairman of both Hall Group and HALL Structured Finance for the next two years, continuing to provide strategic guidance and remaining actively involved as a member of HSF's Loan Committee.

"Don's impact is difficult to overstate," said Craig Hall, founder and CEO of Hall Group. "Over the course of his 46-year career, he has helped shape not only our strategy, but our culture, leading with integrity, discipline, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. His leadership has been instrumental in the growth and success of our company, and his influence will continue to be felt across the organization for years to come."

Craig Hall added: "Mark is a proven leader with the experience and vision to guide Hall Structured Finance into its next chapter. He brings a deep understanding of our business, strong financial acumen, and a thoughtful, strategic approach to growth. Just as importantly, Mark embodies the values that define our organization, and I am confident he will continue to build on our momentum, strengthen our platform, and drive long-term success for our clients, partners, and team."

HALL Structured Finance: Platform Overview

HALL Structured Finance is a Dallas-based private lender and subsidiary of Hall Group, a diversified real estate development and investment firm. The platform has been active across a range of commercial real estate financing transactions in recent months, including a $29 million construction loan for the XSpace Houston industrial condominium development, a $60 million construction loan for the Hilton Tapestry Ballad Hotel in Clearwater, Florida, and a $108 million construction loan for the 515 Walnut Tower in Des Moines, Iowa.

The firm also recently announced the promotion of Brad Ferguson to Senior Vice President of Originations and the hiring of Josh Clary as Executive Vice President and Senior Lending Officer.

With Klipsch as President and Braun continuing in a Vice Chairman capacity, HALL Structured Finance enters its next chapter with a focus on operational execution and platform expansion.

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Sources: HALL Structured Finance Press Release, April 27, 2026