former Deputy City Manager, City of Charlotte, NC

Donny Hamilton, Jr. is a senior capital delivery and governance advisor who helps public agencies translate voter-approved investments and federal funding into transparent, accountable, and executable infrastructure programs. His experience spans municipal through federal roles, supporting transportation and public works portfolios totaling tens of billions of dollars while leading governance design, risk management, funding strategy, and performance oversight. Most recently Deputy City Manager for Charlotte, he led implementation of a $20 billion regional mobility initiative, building on prior leadership roles with the Federal Railroad Administration, Pittsburgh Regional Transit, and the Federal Highway Administration to advance project readiness, innovative finance, and public trust