This interview was recorded July 18, 2024.In this episode of Neighbors in the Network, host James Pinedo welcomes Audrey Lane, President of the Garden State Initiative, for a powerful and personal conversation on leadership, grit, and the future of New Jersey. Audrey shares how her path from publishing and small business to state policy was shaped by deep-rooted family values and a commitment to making her home state more livable and competitive.From council chambers to corporate tax reform campaigns, Audrey has seen firsthand how policy decisions made in Trenton impact families, businesses, and communities across the Garden State. Her story reflects not just a career pivot, but a mission to rebuild what’s been lost—affordable living and thriving entrepreneurship.This episode dives deep into the policies Audrey and her team are championing—from nuclear energy innovation and regulatory reform to mentorship for young leaders and advocating for fairness in taxation. If you care about practical, state-based solutions and the people driving them, this conversation is not to be missed.🔑 Key Takeaways from This Episode:-How Audrey’s background in publishing and entrepreneurship shaped her policy leadership-Why New Jersey’s tax structure and energy mandates are unsustainable—and how GSI is pushing back-The power of intergenerational policy conversations and mentorship-Audrey’s vision for restoring affordability and keeping families rooted in New Jersey

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