The Bond Markets and Racial Equity Project is an effort to center equity in municipal bond-funded investments.

Muni Pride has been rebranded from California Muni Pride to reflect its developing national focus.

From the battlefield to the boardroom, military veterans are making their mark in the financial services industry today. Hear their stories in this special podcast featuring Academy Securities, AmeriVet Securities, Bancroft Capital, Drexel Hamilton, Mischler Financial Group and Roberts & Ryan. Chip Barnett hosts. (45 minutes)

The Equity in Infrastructure Project names Everett Lott as vice chair

Terri Velasquez ends her term as GFOA president, reflecting on her year leading the group.

A majority of state DOTs have now adopted a commitment to equity in infrastructure contracting.

New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli talks with Chip Barnett about his proposal for an amendment to the state constitution to limit backdoor borrowing by agencies and give voters a bigger say on bond issuance. (25 minutes)

Small businesses that are certified to work for either Chicago or Philadelphia's transit agency will now be able to work for the partner agency as well.

Key takeaways from the preliminary findings show that most jurisdictions that integrate racial equity in bond issuance focuse primarily on the use of the proceeds. 

Exclusive Arizent research found that more than 95% of employees think they have something to learn from people who are different from them. But only 66% think that diverse companies make better decisions. We explore the disconnect.