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Erika Smull found herself studying municipal bonds since they account for a large portion of water infrastructure project financings. 

"Early on in my career I learned to search for opportunities. It's like hitting a really good golf shot and then you are hooked," said Cameron Thatcher. "That was me."

As bond counsel, Walsh has financed health care and affordable care facilities, continuing care retirement communities, charter schools and many other nonprofit organizations.

"There's always something going on, whether it's improving water systems, managing our two airports, or stadium financing," said Brendan White.

"Taking the time to inspire, mentor and grow someone's knowledge is a benefit to the industry. I want to be someone the next generation can look to help them find their path," said Tom Zemetis.

The Bond Buyer and parent company Arizent will take the pulse of municipal finance leaders ahead of the conference to identify opportunities and obstacles the industry faces and report on the findings.

The city of La Marque is taking steps to stabilize its shaky finances after a short-lived debt service payment default and a bond rating downgrade.

We will sit down with members of the Bond Buyer 2025 Hall of Fame to talk about their storied public finance careers.