Thomas S. Collins, Senior Vice President, joined the firm in 2011. Tom joined the team as a Senior Research Analyst with over 20 years of municipal credit experience. In addition to his background in analyzing state and local government, Tom has extensive experience in the municipal high yield space. Before joining Neuberger Berman, Tom held similar positions at Aetna, GE Asset Management and Fitch Ratings. Tom began his career at Financial Guaranty Insurance Company where he spent ten years. Tom earned his BA in Economics from the State University of New York at Albany.