Our friend with an always open ear, Ross Wallenstein at Governor Spitzer’s office has landed himself a spot on NYC’s 40 under 40 rising star’s list.

Liaisons in general are somewhat unsung heroes in government and being the Governor’s Jewish liaison in a state as Jewishly diverse as NY, is not (so we’re told) always easy. But if his first half year on the job is an indication, this is an honor already well deserved. Read the full story here.

Mazal Tov, Ross