Rising Stars

Christine Crotwell's expertise in special districts makes her one of the key players at Masterson Advisors.

In her professional role, Lisa leads management of state bond issuance and repayment of an $11 billion debt portfolio under five unique credits.

Sam said he loves to talk public finance with his dad at family gatherings, but "the rest of the family finds the conversations very boring."

The muni analyst works on distressed credits, and acts as mentor to younger colleagues.

With her mother an employee of the county and state and a neighbor who became prominent in politics, Sarah Brown believes she was "predestined" to a career in the public sector.

Vishnu Paruchuri applies his quantitative expertise to Ramirez & Co.'s analysis and structuring efforts.

Zach is the youngest executive director at Morgan Stanley, leading its Tax-Exempt Project Finance and Sustainable Infrastructure group.

Brett Bolton is a full-time federal advocate for the municipal bond market.

The honorees of the past are making a big impact in the present.

Hear from some of the 2020 Rising Stars about diversity issues, the COVID-19 pandemic and how it affected their work, and their thoughts about the future of the public finance sector. We also link to all the profiles, in case you missed them.