Peter Orszag
About Peter Orszag
Peter R. Orszag Education and Early Career
Peter R. Orszag graduated summa cum laude in Economics from Princeton University. Following his undergraduate studies, he earned a Ph.D. in Economics from the London School of Economics as a Marshall Scholar. These academic achievements laid a strong foundation for his successful career in economics and public service.
Peter R. Orszag Director of the Office of Management and Budget
Peter R. Orszag served as the Director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) in the Obama Administration. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing the implementation of the President's budget and advising on economic policy matters. His tenure at the OMB highlighted his expertise in fiscal policy and economic management.
Peter R. Orszag Director of the Congressional Budget Office
Prior to his role at the Office of Management and Budget, Peter R. Orszag served as the Director of the Congressional Budget Office (CBO). At the CBO, he led the agency in providing nonpartisan analyses of economic and budgetary issues, which are crucial for legislative decision-making.
Peter R. Orszag CEO of Financial Advisory at Lazard
From April 2019 to September 2023, Peter R. Orszag was the CEO of Financial Advisory at Lazard, overseeing the firm's global advisory businesses. Before this role, he served as the Head of North American Mergers & Acquisitions and Global Co-Head of Healthcare from July 2018 to June 2019. He initially joined Lazard as Vice Chairman of Investment Banking in May 2016.
Peter R. Orszag Current Role as CEO
Peter R. Orszag is currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer, continuing his extensive career in leadership and economic advisory roles. His varied experiences across both public and private sectors underscore his expertise and strategic vision.