Rising Stars

Kimberly advises cities, counties and special-purpose districts as they structure financings for their capital and operational needs through the issuance of various types of municipal bonds and other obligations.

The 16-year public finance veteran has concentrated much of his career on aviation-related financings.

While in college, Safi Najdawi knew he wanted to pursue a career in finance. Healthcare in particular interested him.

In the last decade Omid was involved in cyber security issues.

Raquel Wilson's love of finance and legal work are both requited at her job.

Rising Star Greenwald instituted docu-sign for her clients during the pandemic.

Joanie said she likes public finance because “you get to do the financial side while still having a lot of interaction with clients.”

Kristen Fontana was nominated for her ability to collaborate with bankers, underwriters, salespeople and traders, and a wide-ranging perspective allowing for the crossover of ideas and innovative credit strategies.

The 28-year-old is the lead on what is likely San Francisco's largest development project.

The Rising Star selection represents her second Bond Buyer honor as she served on the disclosure team for LA Metro on a deal that won a green bond award.

A love of transportation melded with a summer internship, allowing Christopher Elmore to find a career path.

Christine Song worked on two of the largest municipal bankruptcies in history over her seven-year stint at Miller Buckfire.

“Chandra has built a reputation as an innovator at Moody’s,” said Tim Blake, managing director of public finance.

Monika Calamita, 37, is already an instrumental part of Kutak Rock's national charter school practice.

Adam Harden has seen the impact public finance and public education can have on a small community.

Hilltop's Lindsay Evans plays a key role in training the next generation of public finance experts.

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.