Mindset Expands Fiscal and Research Expertise with Addition of Capitol Hill Veteran Doug Lee

Washington, D.C. – September 27, 2021- Mindset, a bipartisan public policy consultancy, is pleased to announce that Doug Lee has joined the company as Senior Director. Lee will play a leading role in Mindset’s respected tax, trade and appropriations practice, and contribute significantly to Mindset’s analytical and policy research work supporting our diverse base of business, non-profit, and investor clients.

“Through his policy experience on Capitol Hill, and advocacy work in the private sector, Doug understands the complex forces that shape public policy and its impacts on markets, companies, and investors,” said Mindset Partner Jeb Mason. “As someone with experience in both the public and private sectors, and a sharp analytical mind, we know that Doug will provide valuable insights and strategic counsel for our clients.”

Lee most recently served as Vice President of U.S. Public Policy at Credit Suisse, where he provided Credit Suisse’s clients with valuable insights and analysis on market-moving policy developments across the economy through his detailed written Washington Research product. He also developed and executed the bank’s advocacy strategy on issues ranging from prudential regulations to sustainable finance. At Credit Suisse, Lee closely counseled the bank’s senior executives across various business units on legislative and regulatory matters material to firm operations and activities.

Prior to joining Credit Suisse, Lee served as an Associate Staff Member on the House Appropriations Committee, as well as Deputy Chief of Staff and Legislative Director to Congressman Mike Quigley (D-IL), Chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government. Lee began his career in Washington working for Senator Chris Coons (D-DE) as a legislative aide on economic policy. A New York native, Lee holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of Delaware.

“I feel fortunate to be joining such a diverse team of professionals committed to providing solutions to our clients’ multifaceted policy challenges from a fresh and holistic perspective,” said Lee. “I’m excited to use my expertise to support the firm’s clients in navigating the increasingly complex DC policy landscape.”

In addition to Lee, Mindset has added several new members to the team in recent months with extensive policy and Capitol Hill experience. They include former Chief Counsel for House Committee on Financial Services, Lisa Peto; former Senate Chief of Staff and Senior Obama Administration official, Dana Gresham, and Senior Counsel for House Committee on Financial Services Charlie Schreiber.