Meet Calvin B. Grigsby, Esq.

Calvin began his career as a securities attorney at Pillsbury Madison & Sutro (now Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP), developing a strong foundation in securities law and public finance. In the mid-1980s, he established Grigsby & Associates, guiding the firm to national prominence and managing over $60 billion in municipal bond financings for cities, counties, school districts, and public agencies across the United States.

Under his visionary leadership, Grigsby & Associates has become a nationally recognized boutique investment banking firm, delivering innovative financing solutions for transformative public projects—including serving as lead underwriter for the landmark $200 million bond issue that enabled the Oakland Raiders’ return to Oakland.

Throughout his distinguished career, Calvin has helped municipalities in cities such as San Francisco, New York, Chicago, Detroit, Miami, and Stockton overcome complex fiscal challenges, restructure debt, and achieve lasting financial stability. His expertise has shaped innovative funding models and enabled public entities nationwide to secure critical resources, restore public trust, and build resilient communities.

Calvin is widely regarded as a visionary thought leader, highly sought-after speaker, and authority in municipal finance. He is regularly featured at national conferences and in leading financial publications for his innovative analysis and forward-thinking perspective, and is frequently invited to deliver expert insights on public-private partnerships and funding strategies that shape the future of the industry. He is also a dedicated mentor and advocate for diversity in the finance profession.