Muni Hall of Fame

The annual awards for the municipal finance sector will be celebrated at the close of The Bond Buyer's Infrastructure conference in Philadelphia, September 17–18, 2024.

Ed Rendell's approach to infrastructure and financial management as Philadelphia mayor and Pennsylvania governor put him ahead of his time.

Over a long, successful career, former New York City Director of Management and Budget Mark Page has shaped more than his share of public finance innovations. 

Thompson is known for mentoring his employees and his fair treatment of clients.

For more than 40 years, she has been a transformative leader, mentor and friend.

"Investment banking has a variety of personalities working in it, depending on where you are," Rice said. "The M&A business, the trading business, private equity — all of those things fall into investment banking — but public finance is the one area where you're doing things that help provide for the public good." 

"People could trust him and know they were in good hands," said Greg Carey, a co-worker and friend.

Few in the municipal bond industry have had as far reaching an impact on the institutions, best practices and local developments the way Kenneth Lind, the longtime point man for the Metropolitan Transit Authority, has both as in house and outside counsel.

Joan Stern, a legend in public finance law in Philadelphia and Pennsylvania, is a member of The Bond Buyer's 2024 Muni Hall of Fame class.

The Hall of Fame initiative celebrates individuals whose careers have left an indelible mark, while the Rising Stars program recognizes the muni finance leaders of tomorrow. Nominations for the 2024 classes will be accepted until Friday, May 31. This will be the final deadline.

Her prolific coverage and willingness to share knowledge with local reporters brought transparency and accountability to Midwest public finance.