Economic Impact of Immigration Policies Today

Immigration policy is shaped at a critical intersection of domestic priorities and international realities. Decisions made at the national and local level are shaping labor markets, economic growth, and the movement of people across borders in profound ways.

What to expect:

• Examine how current immigration policies are shaping regional and national economic outcomes
• Hear perspectives from experts in policy, business immigration law, and economic analysis
• Explore the connections between immigration, workforce needs, and economic growth
• Engage directly with speakers during an extended audience Q&A

Arrive at 6:00 PM for networking and complimentary hors d’oeuvres. The speaking program begins at 7:00 PM.

Rich André is the Director of State and Local Initiatives at the American Immigration Council. In this role, he oversees the Council’s work with government, business, and nonprofit leaders in more than 100 local communities across 40 states to pursue more welcoming immigration policies and programs. Rich previously served as Senior Policy Advisor at the Council, where he managed the rapidly-growing Office of New Americans State Network, as well as Deputy Director of State and Local Initiatives at New American Economy. Before joining NAE, he directed the NYCitizenship program at the New York City Mayor's Office of Immigrant Affairs during the de Blasio administration, where he also launched Cities for Action, a national coalition of nearly 200 mayors advocating for sensible immigration reforms. Rich holds an M.A. in Public Policy from Princeton University and a B.A. in Political Science and Spanish from Amherst College. He is a proud Haitian-American and a native New Yorker.

Ana María Mieles is Counsel at Fragomen, where she advises domestic and multinational corporations on a wide range of immigration matters, including employment-based visas, compliance, and global mobility. Drawing from her own experience as an immigrant, she is committed to supporting both individuals and employers navigating complex immigration systems.

Gus Faucher is Senior Vice President and Chief Economist at The PNC Financial Services Group and serves as the company’s principal spokesperson on economic issues. With prior experience at Moody’s Analytics and the U.S. Treasury Department, he brings deep expertise in macroeconomic policy, labor markets, and regional economic trends.