HilltopSecurities Welcomes Two Finance Professionals to Dallas and Naples Offices

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Hilltop Securities announced the expansion of its Southern Region public finance teams with the hiring of two new professionals. Tom Baurle will serve as managing director in Naples, focusing on asset-backed securitization and structured finance. Peter Druhot joins as managing director in Dallas, specializing in municipal underwriting. Both professionals bring extensive experience, enhancing HilltopSecurities' capabilities in serving clients across various sectors. This strategic hiring aims to deliver innovative financing solutions to meet client objectives.

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• Addition of Tom Baurle and Peter Druhot enhances expertise in structured finance and municipal underwriting.
• Baurle's 30+ years of experience in investment banking and structured finance will strengthen client offerings.
• Druhot brings 26 years of municipal finance experience, which adds depth to the municipal underwriting team.

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Hilltop Securities Inc. (HilltopSecurities) today announced the expansion of their Southern Region public finance groups with the addition of two finance professionals in Florida and Texas. Tom Baurle will serve as managing director, investment banker in debt capital markets at HilltopSecurities’ Naples office, while Peter Druhot will serve as managing director, municipal underwriter at the firm’s Dallas, Texas, headquarters.

Tom Baurle (Photo: Business Wire)

Baurle will focus on asset-backed securitization, private debt originations, and structured finance strategies for clients across a wide range of sectors. Druhot will participate in both negotiated and competitive transactions, executing origination for tax-exempt and taxable issuances.

“HilltopSecurities is excited to welcome Tom and Peter to the firm,” said Mike Bartolotta, co-head of public finance and debt capital markets. “The clients we serve rely on our specialized financial expertise to pursue innovative financing and keep their objectives on track. Tom and Peter both bring a sophisticated understanding of the structured finance field, which will add value to our clients’ overall financial initiatives.”

“We are proud to have Tom and Peter on our team of talented financial investment professionals,” said Head of Municipal Underwriting Bill Evans. “Their diverse experience will better position HilltopSecurities to continue offering best-in-class solutions for clients across multiple sectors and geographic regions as a leading municipal investment firm.”

Baurle has more than 30 years in the structured finance space, including corporate, private debt, and investment banking, originations, private debt placement, and sales and trading. Most recently, he served as managing director of investment banking and structured finance at Oak Ridge Financial where he offered debt financing solutions to entities across various industries. He’s also been credited for developing institutional mortgage backed trading platforms for three large regional dealers over the course of his career. He received a bachelor’s in economics from the University of Minnesota.

Druhot has 26 years of experience in municipal finance, including more than 10 years with RBC Capital Markets where he served as director of municipal underwriting, and 11 years at UBS PaineWebber as director. Druhot received a bachelor’s in business administration in finance and a history minor from Villanova University.

About HilltopSecurities

Hilltop Securities Inc. delivers forthright advice and tailored solutions for municipal issuers, institutions, broker-dealers, and individuals. The full-service municipal investment bank and registered investment adviser is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with offices across the United States. Areas of focus include public finance; municipal and taxable fixed income underwriting, sales, and trading; retail brokerage services; securities clearing; structured finance; and securities lending. A wholly owned subsidiary of Hilltop Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HTH), HilltopSecurities’ affiliates include Momentum Independent Network Inc., PlainsCapital Bank, and PrimeLending. Learn more at www.HilltopSecurities.com. Member: NYSE/FINRA/SIPC.

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FAQ

What recent changes were announced by Hilltop Securities regarding their public finance teams?

Hilltop Securities announced the hiring of Tom Baurle and Peter Druhot to expand their Southern Region public finance groups.

What roles will Tom Baurle and Peter Druhot have at Hilltop Securities?

Tom Baurle will be managing director in Naples focusing on debt capital markets, while Peter Druhot will serve as managing director in Dallas, specializing in municipal underwriting.

How does the addition of new professionals impact Hilltop Securities (HTH)?

The addition is expected to enhance Hilltop Securities' capabilities in structured finance and municipal underwriting, improving client service and financial solutions.

What is the professional background of Tom Baurle at Hilltop Securities?

Tom Baurle brings over 30 years of structured finance experience, including roles in corporate, private debt, and investment banking.

What experience does Peter Druhot bring to Hilltop Securities?

Peter Druhot has 26 years of municipal finance experience, having worked with RBC Capital Markets and UBS PaineWebber.