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Tom Rousakis
US Infrastructure Leader, Ernst & Young Infrastructure Advisors, LLC
Tom Rousakis is a prominent figure in the field of infrastructure advisory and finance. He currently serves as the US Infrastructure Leader at Ernst & Young Infrastructure Advisors, LLC, a division of EY (Ernst & Young).13 In this role, he leads a team of professionals dedicated to helping US infrastructure projects get off the ground by providing innovative financial and commercial solutions to complex problems.1
Career Background
Rousakis has an extensive background in both the public and private sectors:
Investment Banking:: Prior to joining EY in 2013, Rousakis spent 16 years in investment banking. During this time, he led major financing and advisory engagements in the US public infrastructure sector, with a particular focus on complex project financings and public-private partnerships.1
Public Sector:: Rousakis began his career working for city agencies, which provided him with valuable insights into the public sector's needs and challenges.1
Education
Rousakis holds impressive academic credentials:
- Master's in Public Policy from Harvard Kennedy School
- AB (Bachelor of Arts) from Harvard College1
Current Role and Expertise
At EY, Rousakis leverages his knowledge of finance and the private sector to address the needs of public sector infrastructure clients. He is involved in advancing some of the highest-profile infrastructure projects in the country.1 His expertise spans various areas of infrastructure, including:
- Bridges and roads
- Transit systems
- Airports
- Water systems
- Renewable energy projects
- Campus developments1
Additional Roles
In addition to his primary role at EY, Rousakis serves as a Member of the Board of Advisors for the Taubman Center for State and Local Government at Harvard Kennedy School, a position he has held since January 2020.2
Rousakis is known for his ability to connect financial expertise with the practical needs of public sector infrastructure projects. His work focuses on helping public agencies adopt new approaches to infrastructure projects and maximize the use of limited public resources.1
