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Durham NC

Meet the People Behind the Practice

Our advisors bring a deep understanding of municipal finance and a shared commitment to client-focused service

About the Company

DEC Associates, Inc. is an independent municipal advisory firm based in Charlotte, North Carolina. Founded by seasoned public finance professionals, we provide strategic financial guidance to cities, counties, utilities, and special districts. In addition to our core advisory services, we offer comprehensive financial planning, modeling, and issuance assistance to help clients navigate complex funding needs. Our work is grounded in fiduciary responsibility, regional insight, and regulatory compliance. We are registered with the SEC and operate under the standards of MSRB Rule G-23.

Financial Guidance

Our Mission

To provide independent, objective financial advisory services that help public entities in the American South plan, finance, and manage capital projects with integrity, transparency, and long-term fiscal responsibility

Examples of Whom We Have Served

Apex NC
Cabarrus County
Cartaret County
Chatham County
City of Asheville
Centennial Authority
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Cumberland County
Dallas North Carolina
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Town of Duck
Durham County
Gaston County
Henderson County
Holden Beach
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Indian Trail
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Town of Nags Head
North Topsail Beach
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Sampson County
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Stokes County
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Among Others

This list of clients is a representative list of the types of clients served by DEC Associates, Inc. and is not meant to be exhaustive. None of these clients have endorsed DEC Associates, Inc. or are offering any testimonial as to the services provided by DEC Associates, Inc.

Meet Our Team

Our team brings together decades of expertise in municipal finance, capital planning, and debt advisory. We serve our clients with professionalism, independence, and a focus on long-term financial health

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Doug Carter
President, Managing Director
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Jeremy Carter
Managing Director
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Andrew Carter
Director
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Dilan Gangopadhyay
Associate
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