Russell (Rusty) Hill

Assistant finance director, City of Waco, Texas

Rusty has dedicated more than twenty-five years to the City of Waco, demonstrating his commitment to its residents and community. Nicholas Sarpy, Rusty’s former supervisor, says that “Rusty's unwavering commitment to the organization through difficult and good times is why he is a role model for other finance professionals.” Rusty oversees the city’s obligations and investment portfolio, utilizing a range of diverse brokers and investing locally measures to help continue the growth of the city through reinvestment in community development. His instrumental role in managing economic development deals has been vital for the city’s financial success and its efforts to diversify the economy.

Nominated by Nicholas Sarpy, chief financial officer, City of Little Rock, Arkansas