Scott Hodge
Scott Hodge is a Tax and Fiscal Policy Fellow at Arnold Ventures, where he focuses on advancing high-quality research to support policymakers in crafting sustainable, equitable, and effective legislative solutions. With decades of experience in public finance, taxation, and economic policy, Hodge is a respected expert in fiscal policy and a trusted advisor on tax reform.
Before joining Arnold Ventures in January 2025, Hodge served as the President and CEO of the Tax Foundation for 24 years. Under his leadership, the organization became one of the most influential voices in tax policy research and analysis. He spearheaded efforts to provide clear, data-driven insights into how tax policies impact economic growth, government revenue, and individual taxpayers. His work played a pivotal role in shaping national debates on tax reform, including major legislative efforts at the federal and state levels.
Hodge has testified before Congress multiple times and is frequently cited in major media outlets such as The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and The Washington Post. He has also been a regular guest on business and financial news networks, including CNBC, Fox Business, and Bloomberg, where he provides expert analysis on tax policy and economic trends.
Beyond his work in policy research, Hodge is an accomplished author of the best-seller “Taxocracy: What You Don’t Know About Taxes and How They Rule Your Daily Life” (Post Hill Press, 2024). His writings cover a range of economic and tax policy issues, making complex topics more accessible to policymakers, business leaders, and the general public.
Outside of his professional career, Hodge is an avid BMW track enthusiast, a passionate fan of the Washington Nationals baseball team, and a voracious reader of airport crime novels. His dedication to policy, combined with his love for high-performance driving, sports, and pulp fiction reflects his multifaceted interests and commitment to excellence in every field he engages with.
