Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy (ITEP)

Alex Welch

Assistant Communications Director

Alex Welch

Alex leads the organization’s graphic design work and content creation for email, social media, and website. He also supports the communications team through partner outreach, media relations, and internal communications.

Prior to joining ITEP, Alex served as the Digital & Media Manager for the Georgia Budget and Policy Institute, whose mission is to advance lasting solutions that expand economic opportunity and well-being for all Georgians. He supported GBPI in a similar capacity to ITEP, helping refine the organization’s brand and growing its following among press, lawmakers, organizations focused on public policy and Georgians invested in creating an inclusive state where everyone can thrive.

An Atlanta resident, Alex received his B.S. in Communication from Kennesaw State University.

 alex at itep.org

Recent Publications

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As Inequality Grows, More States Look to Tax the Rich

May 28, 2026 • By Alex Welch

From surcharges on the income of high-earners to higher taxes on second homes, here are recent steps states have taken to tax the rich.

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ITEP’s Top Charts of 2024

December 17, 2024 • By Alex Welch

As we close out 2024, we want to lift up the tax charts we published this year that received the most engagement from readers. Covering federal, state, and local tax work, here are our top charts of 2024. 

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