Women's Public Finance Network

Women's Public Finance Network

2025–2026 Theme: "Rise Together"

Established in 1990, the Women's Public Finance Network (WPFN) is a voluntary association of women, elected and appointed officials, and other women finance professionals, formed within the GFOA of the United States and Canada. WPFN was originally formed to develop a core network of women GFOA members to coordinate communications and to encourage participation in GFOA and WPFN. The purpose of GFOA’s WPFN is to foster the careers of women in public finance through education, networking, and mentoring opportunities. WPFN is open to any GFOA active government member.

This Affinity Group is a free member benefit with no additional fees or volunteer requirements. As a member, you’ll gain access to exclusive networking events, webinars, and an online Community forum to connect, exchange ideas, and build relationships with your peers.

GFOA Staff Contacts:

  • Emily S. Brock, Director, Federal Liaison Center (WPFN General Contact)
  • Tami Garrett, Education Coordinator (Contact for the Education/Programming Committee)
  • Natalie Laudadio, Senior Manager, Member Programs (Contact for the Communications Committee)
  • Katie Little, Director, Member Strategy (Contact for the Mentorship Committee)

  • WPFN Registration

    GFOA's WPFN is open to any GFOA active government member.

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  • WPFN Mentorship Program

    Mentorship is a valuable resource that helps with career advancement and professional success.

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  • WPFN Member Spotlight: Saranya Sundaramani

    This month we’re highlighting WPFN Member Saranya Sundaramani, CGFO, finance manager, Benbrook Water Authority, Benbrook, Texas.

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  • WPFN Officers

    WPFN officers consist of a president, president elect, and vice president.

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  • WPFN Strategic Plan

    In June 2024 WPFN members approved a new five-year strategic plan, which was developed by WPFN Committee members and officers.

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  • WPFN By-Laws

    The WPFN By-Laws were revised in June of 2022.

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  • WPFN Member Community

    WPFN's Member Community is a place for members to get updates on WPFN activities, post discussions, share documents, and more.

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