Port of Long Beach CEO Noel Hacegaba delivered State of the Port speech on Jan. 15.

The heads of the southern California ports recounted 2025's wins and losses during separate State of the Port speeches this month.

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    Introducing The Bond Buyer's newest Muni Hall of Famers who will be honored at an awards dinner in Boston on Sept. 30, 2025.

  • Thomas Doe, founder of Municipal Market Analytics

    "I have been very fortunate to contribute to a fascinating sector of the financial industry that is full of ambiguous issues and data," said Tom Doe. "I am flattered to be included in the Hall of Fame, it is a wonderful capstone to my career."

  • Diana Hoadley

    Over nearly 40 years, investment banker Diana Hoadley built a legacy of far-ranging vision and collaboration that left a trail of professional admirers.

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"I love solving complicated problems faced by our local governmental clients," Leslie Bacon. "We come up with strategic solutions that have a real impact on our communities." 

Connor Benoit

"The intersection between the public impact and the financial markets is unique and it brings a lot of good people to the same place. I really enjoy being a part of this community," Connor Benoit said.

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