Fiscal Policy Institute Announces Leadership Transition
March 4, 2026 |
Executive Director Nathan Gusdorf to Depart for Mayor’s Office of Management and Budget
NEW YORK, NY | The Fiscal Policy Institute (FPI) today announced that Executive Director Nathan Gusdorf will depart the organization to pursue a new opportunity as Deputy Director of Policy, Planning, and Delivery at the New York City Mayor’s Office of Management and Budget. Dr. Emily Eisner, currently FPI’s Chief Economist, has been appointed Acting Executive Director while the board plans a transition, effective immediately.
Mr. Gusdorf joined FPI as Executive Director in March 2022. His leadership is defined by success in elevating the organization’s press profile and role in shaping public discourse on New York’s fiscal health. Mr. Gusdorf grew FPI’s staff and led its efforts to provide New Yorkers with accurate, data-driven information about New York State’s fiscal outlook, the underlying strength of its tax base, and opportunities for improving tax laws.
“Nathan has had an extraordinary tenure as Executive Director,” said Debipriya Chatterjee, PhD, Chair of the Board of Directors of the Fiscal Policy Institute. “He leaves FPI transformed: financially sound, well-staffed with exceptional analysts, and backed by enduring relationships with national funders.”
During Mr. Gusdorf’s four-year tenure, FPI spearheaded the critical work of debunking the persistent myth of “millionaire tax flight,” providing rigorous analysis to inform one of the most pressing and debated economic issues in New York. His strategic guidance ensured that FPI’s research remained a trusted resource for policymakers, advocates, and the media.
“Under Nathan Gusdorf’s leadership, FPI, with its team of respected analysts, has grown to become an informative, influential, and indispensable voice on the critical tax and budget issues facing New York City and State,” adds board member Nancy Rankin, former Vice President of Policy, Research and Advocacy at the Community Service Society of New York.
“In my over three years as a board member, I have been impressed by Nathan’s professionalism, knowledge, and stewardship of FPI,” said Joe Donahue, Secretary-Treasurer of the New York State Public Employees Federation, AFL-CIO. “Congratulations and best wishes on your new journey.”
Mr. Gusdorf is succeeded by Dr. Emily Eisner, who has been FPI’s Chief Economist, for the duration of the transition period. Dr. Eisner holds a PhD in Economics from the University of California, Berkeley, where she specialized in macroeconomics and public finance. At FPI, she has led research on reforms to unemployment insurance in New York and produced reports demonstrating that claims of tax migration are exaggerated.
About FPI
The Fiscal Policy Institute (FPI) is an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit think tank that advances sound and equitable fiscal policy to strengthen New York’s economy through research, analysis and strategic communications. Founded in 1991, FPI works to create a strong economy in which prosperity is broadly shared.
Fiscal Policy Institute Announces Leadership Transition
March 4, 2026 |
Executive Director Nathan Gusdorf to Depart for Mayor’s Office of Management and Budget
NEW YORK, NY | The Fiscal Policy Institute (FPI) today announced that Executive Director Nathan Gusdorf will depart the organization to pursue a new opportunity as Deputy Director of Policy, Planning, and Delivery at the New York City Mayor’s Office of Management and Budget. Dr. Emily Eisner, currently FPI’s Chief Economist, has been appointed Acting Executive Director while the board plans a transition, effective immediately.
Mr. Gusdorf joined FPI as Executive Director in March 2022. His leadership is defined by success in elevating the organization’s press profile and role in shaping public discourse on New York’s fiscal health. Mr. Gusdorf grew FPI’s staff and led its efforts to provide New Yorkers with accurate, data-driven information about New York State’s fiscal outlook, the underlying strength of its tax base, and opportunities for improving tax laws.
“Nathan has had an extraordinary tenure as Executive Director,” said Debipriya Chatterjee, PhD, Chair of the Board of Directors of the Fiscal Policy Institute. “He leaves FPI transformed: financially sound, well-staffed with exceptional analysts, and backed by enduring relationships with national funders.”
During Mr. Gusdorf’s four-year tenure, FPI spearheaded the critical work of debunking the persistent myth of “millionaire tax flight,” providing rigorous analysis to inform one of the most pressing and debated economic issues in New York. His strategic guidance ensured that FPI’s research remained a trusted resource for policymakers, advocates, and the media.
“Under Nathan Gusdorf’s leadership, FPI, with its team of respected analysts, has grown to become an informative, influential, and indispensable voice on the critical tax and budget issues facing New York City and State,” adds board member Nancy Rankin, former Vice President of Policy, Research and Advocacy at the Community Service Society of New York.
“In my over three years as a board member, I have been impressed by Nathan’s professionalism, knowledge, and stewardship of FPI,” said Joe Donahue, Secretary-Treasurer of the New York State Public Employees Federation, AFL-CIO. “Congratulations and best wishes on your new journey.”
Mr. Gusdorf is succeeded by Dr. Emily Eisner, who has been FPI’s Chief Economist, for the duration of the transition period. Dr. Eisner holds a PhD in Economics from the University of California, Berkeley, where she specialized in macroeconomics and public finance. At FPI, she has led research on reforms to unemployment insurance in New York and produced reports demonstrating that claims of tax migration are exaggerated.
About FPI
The Fiscal Policy Institute (FPI) is an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit think tank that advances sound and equitable fiscal policy to strengthen New York’s economy through research, analysis and strategic communications. Founded in 1991, FPI works to create a strong economy in which prosperity is broadly shared.