Sam Sharp
About Sam Sharp
Sam Sharp serves as the Managing Director and Head of the Special District Group at Piper Sandler, where he has worked since 2020. With over 21 years of experience in public finance, he has underwritten more than $12 billion in project-based debt for public infrastructure.
Work at Piper Sandler
Sam Sharp serves as the Managing Director and Head of the Special District Group at Piper Sandler. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the firm's focus on public finance and infrastructure development. His role involves overseeing the utilization of special districts to facilitate funding for new infrastructure projects across various states.
Previous Experience at D.A. Davidson & Co.
Prior to joining Piper Sandler, Sam Sharp worked at D.A. Davidson & Co. as Managing Director of the Special District Group from 1999 to 2020. During his 21 years at the firm, he gained extensive experience in public finance and infrastructure, which laid the groundwork for his current role.
Education and Expertise
Sam Sharp holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology and Politics from Occidental College, where he studied from 1992 to 1996. He furthered his education at Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA), earning a Master of Public Administration (MPA) with a focus on Public Finance from 1997 to 1999. His educational background supports his expertise in public finance and infrastructure development.
Career Background
Before his extensive tenure at D.A. Davidson & Co., Sam Sharp worked as an Administrative Assistant at JFCS in the San Francisco Bay Area from 1996 to 1997. This early experience contributed to his professional development and understanding of organizational operations.
Achievements in Public Infrastructure Financing
Throughout his career, Sam Sharp has underwritten over $12 billion in project-based debt for public infrastructure. His specialization in utilizing special districts for funding new infrastructure development has positioned him as a notable figure in the field of public finance.