Women in Public Finance is currently accepting letters of interest from women interested in serving on committees of the Board of Directors of Women in Public Finance. Serving under the direction of the Chair, committees provide the ‘womanpower’ necessary to further the Board’s mission of supporting and advancing the careers of women in public finance by fostering relationships and networking, and providing educational and learning activities and forums. Interested individuals should please review the information below and submit a letter of interest.
Background Information
Women in Public Finance (WPF) is a nonprofit, educational and professional networking organization for women in the municipal finance industry. Founded in 1997, WPF began with a concentration in the mid-west, but has expanded its reach over the years through formation of 23 regional Chapters and ultimately drawing interest and participation from all over the United States. Members in the organization represent many facets of the industry and include state and local government issuers, investment bankers, commercial bankers, attorneys, financial advisors, rating agency analysts, bond insurers and trust officers among others. Each year WPF holds a conference to gather these professionals together for an educational and networking forum. In addition, WPF typically hosts philanthropic or community events throughout the year.
The Board of Directors Women in Public Finance is governed by an 19-member volunteer Board of Directors made up of women of diverse backgrounds in various stages of their careers within the public finance profession, including attorneys, financial advisors, investment bankers, underwriters, trust officers, credit analysts, bond insurers and issuers.