Edward Hobaugh

Ed has 30 years of experience in the construction industry and has been involved in nearly every aspect of the operations at Kiper Development since joining the company in 1995. As VP/CFO, their responsibilities include assisting with the day-to-day operations as well as overseeing all accounting and financial aspects of the business. Ed also holds a CA Broker’s license and acts as the company’s broker responsible for overseeing all Sales activities. Ed was previously a co-owner of a Framing Subcontractor providing rough framing, lumber and trusses to new home builders in the Bay Area. Upon graduating with a degree in Business Administration, Ed started his career as a staff accountant with a “Big 8” accounting firm (Deloitte Haskin & Sells) in San Francisco. During his tenure, they passed the CPA exam and received his CPA license while allocating time between the audit and tax departments of the firm working with clients of all sizes, eventually taking an interest in real estate development and the construction industry.