Peter Franchot
Comptroller, State of Maryland – 2007-Present
We’re excited to have the Comptroller of the State of Maryland as our keynote speaker for Thursday, January 13. Be sure to get there early to hear him speak.
Peter Franchot was sworn in as Maryland’s 33rd Comptroller in January 2007. Prior to his election to statewide office, Peter served 20 years in the Maryland General Assembly, representing the residents of Montgomery County. During his time in the Maryland House of Delegates, Franchot was a member of the Appropriations Committee and served as Chairman of the Transportation & the Environment Subcommittee. Throughout his career, he has been a strong advocate for education, health care, transportation and environmental protection initiatives.
As Comptroller, Peter Franchot has been an independent voice and fiscal watchdog for the taxpayers of Maryland. As a member of the powerful Board of Public Works and Vice-Chair of the State Retirement and Pension System of Maryland, Franchot has worked tirelessly to keep Maryland competitive in the knowledge-based economy, create a climate of economic equality and opportunity, and protect Maryland’s parks, waterways and open spaces. Franchot has also worked closely with business leaders throughout the State on issues that affect Maryland’s economy and fiscal strength.
Comptroller Franchot attended Amherst College (B.A., 1973) and Northeastern School of Law (J.D., 1978). He served in the United States Army, from 1968 to 1970.