Top 10 City Finance Directors - 2026

Anthony Turley is a public sector finance leader with 22 years of experience in city government, along with experience in school district finance, airport authority operations and financial reporting. Throughout his career, he has worked across diverse public finance environments, building expertise in financial planning, reporting, budgeting and debt financing.

Steve Webb is the Finance Director for the City of Cincinnati, where he oversees the municipality’s financial stewardship following appointments in senior public finance roles across Kentucky and Indiana. His career reflects a sustained focus on strengthening government finances through disciplined budgeting, transparent reporting and practical financial management shaped by years in local government.

Matthew Lue serves as Director of Finance for the City of Columbia, Missouri, where he oversees the city's finance function and supports responsible management of public resources. His career in municipal finance reflects experience across budgeting, accounting and financial administration, with a focus on maintaining accountability while supporting long-term community priorities.

Ian Dailey is a finance professional serving as finance director for the City of Torrance. His role centers on municipal financial management, fiscal oversight and resource planning to support responsible public spending and the effective delivery of city services.

Nickolas Schaul is a municipal finance professional serving as finance director for the City of Des Moines. He focuses on public-sector financial management, fiscal oversight and resource planning to support responsible budgeting and the effective delivery of city services.

Keith DeMartini is a public-sector finance professional focused on long-term financial management, responsible budgeting and process improvement. He works to ensure the efficient use of public funds by strengthening financial systems, improving operational processes and supporting sound fiscal decision-making.

Cheryl Spivey is a certified public accountant with 30 years of experience in public finance. She specializes in municipal financial management, debt management, governmental accounting, financial reporting and risk management.

Scott Pettingell is a municipal finance professional serving as director of finance for the City of Roseville. He focuses on financial management, fiscal oversight and resource planning to support responsible budgeting, sound financial decision-making and the effective use of public funds.

Raymond Munch is a municipal finance professional with experience in local government financial management. He contributes to public-sector financial planning, budgeting and fiscal oversight, supporting responsible resource allocation and effective municipal operations.

Deanna Christensen is a municipal finance professional with more than 15 years of experience in public-sector financial management. She focuses on fiscal oversight, strategic budgeting and responsible resource allocation to support sound financial planning and effective city services.