How can public policy, private enterprise and smart regulation work together to build a stronger New Jersey economy? Eric Brophy, former Deputy Chief of Staff for Economic Growth to Governor Phil Murphy and now co-chair of the new Government & Regulatory Law Group at CSG Law, joined us to discuss his time in the Governor’s Office shaping state economic initiatives, his new role at CSG and what’s ahead for New Jersey’s business and regulatory landscape. Topics discussed:* The biggest policy or political challenge Eric faced* How New Jersey can best compete with neighboring states for major business investment* One economic development initiative Eric wishes got more public attention* Misconceptions about how businesses can engage with state agencies* Eric’s new role at CSG Law* Addressing common stumbling blocks for private entities dealing with state government* Major economic or regulatory trends shaping New Jersey in the next 3-5 years* If he had a magic wand, the one aspect of New Jersey’s business climate Eric would improveResources:* Connect with Eric Brophy (https://www.csglaw.com/people/eric-d-brophy/)* About CSG Law’s Government & Regulatory Law Group (https://www.csglaw.com/service/government-regulatory-law/)* Economic and regulatory news (https://www.njcpa.org/stayinformed/hubs/topics/economy)