Meet the Team
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Zach Hefton
Managing Principal
A former CPA with a background in real estate finance and construction, Zach combines analytical rigor with hands-on experience as an investor and builder. He co-founded Paladin Building Company and has been instrumental development and construction in North Texas for more than a decade. Zach is a board member of the Sherman Housing Authority and is a manager of a private equity fund and a father of three. In his free time, he enjoys golfing, traveling and coaching his children’s sports teams.
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Terrin Bertholf
Managing Principal
Terrin is a respected broker and developer in North Texas real estate, leveraging his extensive network to facilitate hundreds of millions in transactions over more than a decade. Known for his integrity, resourcefulness, and deep market knowledge, he plays a pivotal role in the success of Paladin Building Company. Terrin serves on several city and charitable boards, is a licensed Broker and manager of a private equity fund. In his free time, he plays music, studies philosophy, trains jiujitsu and enjoys traveling with his family.
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Andrew Ramirez
Superintendent
Andrew Ramirez brings more than a decade of experience in construction, build science and real estate to Paladin Building Company. He manages day-to-day construction activities including logistics, subcontractor oversight and quality control. In his free time, Andrew trains CrossFit, spends time with his family and is an enthusiastic learner.
Our Mission Statement:
Our mission is to build enduring commercial and residential spaces through disciplined execution, thoughtful planning, and unwavering integrity—serving our clients, communities, and partners with responsibility and care.
“A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches,
and favor is better than silver or gold.” Prov. 22:1