On June 5, Leadership Now Arizona hosted an executive discussion with over 60 business leaders on the economic impact of sweeping federal policy changes—including tariffs, Medicaid cuts, and suspended grant funding.
Economist Jim Rounds and leaders from Local First Arizona, GPEC, and the Arizona Hispanic Chamber offered a sobering view of Arizona’s economic outlook, warning that policy uncertainty is already stalling investment, jeopardizing workforce development, and threatening long-term growth.
The conversation underscored the urgent need for business leaders to engage—and featured clear takeaways for action. The conversation was moderated and hosted by Leadership Now Arizona co-founders John Fees and Adam Goodman.