One of Veazey's first challenges was the need to assess the sustainability of deficit budgets adopted at previous World Conferences. On June 14, 2006, the church announced a new staff organizational structure designed to reduce costs and better align the World Church staff with the priorities and mission of the church. Approximately one-fourth of the headquarters and field staff positions were eliminated.
Veazey encountered her first obstacle in determining the long-term viability of budget deficits adopted at previous World Conferences. On June 14, 2006, the church implemented a new staff organizational structure designed to minimize expenses and align the World Church personnel with the church's goals and mission. Approximately one-fourth of the headquarters and field staff positions were eliminated.