Michael M. Gleeson
Tax Law Specialist in the Office of Chief Counsel, IRS
Michael Gleeson is a highly accomplished professional with over a decade of experience in tax policy, government relations, and public management. He holds a Master of Arts in Public Management from Johns Hopkins University, a Master of Science in Taxation from American University, and a Certificate in Comparative Tax and Administration from Harvard University. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in History and Political Science from the University of Washington.
Gleeson has worked in various leadership roles such as Vice President of Special Situations at Height Capital Markets, Director of Legislative Affairs at AALU, and Tax Counsel in the Office of Congressman Jim McDermott at the U.S House of Representatives. He was also a former Capitol Hill Correspondent at Tax Analysts. In addition, Gleeson has held roles as President of South Haven Capital LLC, Founder & Principal of Michael Gleeson & Associates, and Manager at the National League of Cities.
Gleeson's expertise is in tax policy, government relations, public management, and legislative affairs. He has a keen interest in public policy, public finance, and the intersection of government and business. With his extensive background, Michael Gleeson has made significant contributions to his field, and he continues to inspire and encourage others to pursue a career in public service.
