At KBRA, we aim to establish a higher standard of excellence and integrity regarding credit ratings. Since launching our full-service rating agency in 2010, we have remained committed to restoring consumer confidence in credit ratings. From establishing new standards for risk evaluation to providing timely and transparent ratings, we are changing the credit rating landscape. Our team offers in-depth ratings and research for various industries within the United States, United Kingdom and Europe, giving all market participants an alternative credit rating solution. As a company, we value fresh perspectives and prioritize innovation and creativity rather than relying solely on conventional wisdom. We know collaboration is essential to our ability to provide investors with better products. Additionally, we work hard to make tools and solutions developed by the KBRA Analytics group easily accessible to aid in better market decisions.

As one of the world’s top three credit ratings agencies, Fitch Ratings plays a critical role in global capital markets by providing supplementary credit analysis, ratings, research, and commentary to financial market participants. For over 100 years, Fitch Ratings has been creating value for global markets through its rigorous analysis and deep expertise, which have resulted in a variety of market leading tools, methodologies, indices, research, and analytical products. Fitch Ratings is part of Fitch Group, a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries, which also includes Fitch Solutions. With dual headquarters in London and New York, Fitch Group is owned by Hearst. For additional information, please visit fitchratings.com.

Stifel’s Municipal Securities Group has 240 professionals and a consistent top-10 ranking in senior-managed negotiated par. We are proud to rank #1 nationally by number of deals. Outside of Public Finance, Stifel offers capital raising, financial sponsorship and venture capital, international coverage, M&A/strategic advisory, restructuring, and institutional sales and trading.

S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI) provides Essential Intelligence. We enable governments, businesses and individuals with the right data, expertise and connected technology so that they can make decisions with conviction. From helping our customers assess new investments to guiding them through sustainability and energy transition across supply chains, we unlock new opportunities, solve challenges and Accelerate Progress for the world.

We are widely sought after by many of the world’s leading organizations to provide credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help the world’s leading organizations plan for tomorrow, today. For more information, visit www.spglobal.com.

Nixon Peabody is recognized as one of the most highly regarded Public Finance practices in the country. We craft innovative solutions for federal, state, and local governments to finance critical infrastructure and community projects. With over 40 years of public finance experience, we guide clients through any project.