Conn Davis

Chief Executive Officer, Byrna

Search every verified Conn Davis interview, podcast appearance, and on-the-record quote — each transcript cross-checked by AI and human review to confirm speaker identity. Conn Davis, Chief Executive Officer of Byrna Technologies, appeared on the October 14, 2026 episode of "Wake Up Live W/ Christopher DeSimone." During the interview, he discussed the impact of tariffs and U.S. industrial policy on manufacturing. Davis said that in response to China's industrial policy, the United States needed to take a different approach, whether through tariffs or its own industrial policy regime, and added that from a business perspective, the main challenge was the lack of clarity on the plan, which hindered investment decisions. Davis also commented on provisions associated with tariffs, including accelerated depreciation in the "big beautiful bill act." He noted that accelerated depreciation allows companies to invest today and receive tax benefits immediately rather than spreading them over several years, and he referenced limitations in the country's manufacturing capabilities. The conversation also touched on local political topics, with the host making remarks about Pima County candidates, though Davis's own statements in the provided material focus on manufacturing and economic policy.