Steven Trout

Steven Trout is a seasoned finance professional with extensive experience in municipal lending and public sector financing. Currently serving as Senior Vice President at Wintrust Financial Corporation since June 2011, Trout focuses on creating relationships with local government units and nonprofit corporations to facilitate financing arrangements. Previous roles include Vice President and Funding Manager at the Illinois Finance Authority, where Trout promoted energy project financing supported by significant state guarantees and oversaw credit policy development. With a strong background in corporate banking from positions at Bank One and First Chicago Capital Markets, Trout has managed relationships with various government entities and non-profits, ensuring effective financing solutions. Trout holds an MBA in Finance and Management Policy from Northwestern University, a Master of Public Management from the University of Maryland, and a Bachelor of Science in Sociology from Guilford College.