Governor Greg Abbott announced on Apr. 13 the reappointment of Lance Etcheverry, Shanda Perkins, and Ben Streusand to the Texas Public Finance Authority for terms ending February 1, 2031. The authority is responsible for issuing and selling bonds for designated state agencies to finance the acquisition or construction of buildings.
The appointments are significant because the Texas Public Finance Authority plays a key role in managing public funds that support infrastructure projects across the state. This board helps ensure that state agencies have access to necessary financing options.
Etcheverry is founder and managing partner of Flat Creek Capital Management, LP and previously served as Managing Director at JPMorgan Chase. He has held positions on several boards including Smart Flour Foods and Southern Methodist University Dedman College Executive Board. Perkins works as mortgage claims manager for J Wales Enterprises, LLC, with over two decades of banking experience. She is also active in local community organizations such as Johnson County Area Chamber Summit and Open Door Church of Burleson. Streusand serves as president of Remington Bridge Capital, LLC and has led various mortgage banking associations in Texas.
The Office of the Texas Governor provides services and leadership throughout the state according to its official website. It promotes economic opportunity, education, public safety, and upholds values important to Texans according to the official website. The office also advances cultural understanding through commissions supporting opportunities for women and people with disabilities according to its official website.
Greg Abbott currently serves as the 48th governor leading this executive branch according to its official website. The historic Greek Revival-style Governor’s Mansion has been home to Texas governors since 1856; it stands today as one of America’s oldest continuously occupied governor’s residences according to its official website.
Looking ahead, these appointments continue a tradition where gubernatorial leadership supports essential financial operations within state government while promoting growth initiatives across sectors.
