Mark Doms
About Mark Doms
Mark Doms serves as the Chief Economist at the Congressional Budget Office, a position he has held since 2020. He earned a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and has held various roles in economic analysis across government and private sectors.
Work at Congressional Budget Office
Mark Doms has served as the Chief Economist at the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) since 2020. In this role, he provides economic analysis and forecasts that inform budgetary and fiscal policy decisions. The CBO is responsible for providing Congress with objective, nonpartisan analyses of economic and budgetary issues, which are critical for legislative decision-making.
Education and Expertise
Mark Doms earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Economics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he studied from 1986 to 1991. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Mathematics and Economics from the University of Maryland Baltimore County, completing his studies from 1981 to 1985. His educational background supports his expertise in economic analysis and policy.
Background
Mark Doms has an extensive background in economic roles across various prominent institutions. He worked at the U.S. Department of Commerce in multiple capacities, including Chief Economist from 2009 to 2012 and Under Secretary for Economic Affairs from 2013 to 2015. His experience also includes a position as Senior Economist at the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco from 2002 to 2009 and as Managing Director and Senior Economist at Nomura from 2016 to 2018.
Previous Positions and Roles
Before joining the Congressional Budget Office, Mark Doms held several significant positions. He was a Senior Fellow at the Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI) for one year from 2019 to 2020. His diverse roles have contributed to his comprehensive understanding of economic policy and analysis, enhancing his contributions in his current position.