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Gov Business Review: Awards Ranking
Gov Business Review proudly presents the Top 10 Budget Directors 2026, recognizing public-sector leaders who strengthen fiscal stewardship through responsible planning and informed resource management. These professionals guide budgeting processes that align financial priorities with community needs while supporting transparency across government operations. Their leadership helps agencies improve financial discipline and respond to changing public demands, enabling governments to allocate resources effectively while supporting long-term public value across modern public institutions.
Top 10 Budget Directors - 2026
Budget Director, City of Cincinnati
Andrew Dudas is Budget Director for the City of Cincinnati, where he oversees budget development and evaluation for one of Ohio's largest municipal governments. After joining the city in 2012 as a management analyst, he progressed through the budget office following earlier work in public administration research and university teaching. His career reflects a consistent focus on making public finance practical, transparent and tied to measurable community priorities.
Budget Director, Kent County
Keith Heyboer serves as Budget Director for Kent County, where he oversees budget development within the county's Fiscal Services function. With an MBA and a background in accounting and public finance, he has taken on roles of increasing responsibility in budgeting over the course of his career. His work focuses on helping county leaders make informed financial decisions while keeping public spending transparent and accountable.
