VSCPA Economic Essentials Series: Navigating Global Economic Turbulence — Conflict, Trade & Opportunities
Overview
Global, regional and U.S. economies are experiencing rapid — and in some cases unexpected — change. Join Jeff Lewis for a timely analysis of the economic forces shaping markets, businesses and investment decisions worldwide.
The June webinar explores:
- The economic impact of the Iran-U.S. war.
- The “dual chokepoint” shipping crisis involving the Strait of Hormuz.
- Disruptions to global petroleum and helium supplies and the downstream effects on AI, aerospace, medical imaging and semiconductor production.
- Rising energy prices and renewed concerns about inflation and interest rate hikes.
- The IMF’s downgraded 2026 global growth outlook and broader market implications.
- Long-term structural shifts, including sustained U.S. tariffs and a more fragmented global economic order.
- The outlook for resource-rich economies and the continued growth of AI investment and private credit markets.
Gain practical perspective on the risks, opportunities and global trends influencing the economic landscape today — and what they could mean moving forward.
The VSCPA Economic Essentials Series helps you stay ahead of the forces shaping today's economy. Led by Jeff Lewis, the series delivers clear, relevant insights into the trends influencing business, finance and global markets.
Designed for 2026 and beyond, each session explores both the big-picture drivers and the underlying dynamics impacting the economic landscape — with topics that evolve throughout the year to reflect what matters most right now. From shifting market conditions to emerging risks and opportunities, you’ll gain timely analysis and practical perspective you can apply to real-world decision-making.
Prerequisites
None
Designed For
Accounting professionals interested in understanding global economics and its impact on the federal and state economy.
Objectives
To provide timely, practical economic insights that help professionals understand evolving trends and make informed business and financial decisions.
Preparation
None
This event is part of the following bundles:
VSCPA Economic Essentials Series Package
Multiple Events Between -
Up to 8.00 Credits
Member Price: $159
Stay ahead of the forces shaping today’s economy with the VSCPA Economic Essentials Series. Led by Jeff Lewis, this webinar series delivers clear, relevant insights into the trends influencing business, finance and global markets.Designed for 2027 and beyond, each session explores both the big-picture drivers and the underlying dynamics impacting the economic landscape — with topics that evolve throughout the year to reflect what matters most right now. From shifting market conditions to emerging risks and opportunities, you’ll gain timely analysis and practical perspective you can apply to real-world decision-making. By purchasing the entire series, you get the June 2 webinar for FREE, plus you save 10% off purchasing the remaining three webinars individually! You'll have access to the following webinars: June 2 Aug. 26 Nov. 24 Jan. 26, 2027
Leader(s):
Leader Bios
Jeffrey Lewis, President & Managing Partner, Azimuth Group
Jeffrey Lewis, MBA, RR, CTP, CCM, is a frequent lecturer on economics, finance, international development, digital and financial technologies, sustainability and artificial intelligence from a transformational and business context.
Jeff’s practice areas include strategy development and implementation; corporate and global finance and treasury; financial institutions and markets; risk management and re-engineering; technology deployment and sustainability. He has worked worldwide for a variety of multinational companies.
Non-Member Price $79.00
Member Price $59.00