District Dialogues: How is the Economy, Really?
October 7 @ 8:30 am – 10:00 am EDT

Ready to get the real story behind today’s economy? The Richmond Fed’s District Dialogues series brings together regional leaders, practitioners and community stakeholders for timely conversations about the economy. These events provide accessible, data-driven insights into current economic conditions and emerging trends shaping communities across the Fifth District.
This session, held the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, will focus on the state of the national economy with insights from Virginia and the Richmond metro area. Richmond Fed economists and local industry leaders will share the latest analysis on growth, labor markets, inflation and regional dynamics, and discuss what these trends mean for local businesses, workers and communities.
This event is free to attend, but you must RSVP to secure your spot.
Registration Deadlines:
- In Person: October 1, 2026
- Virtual: October 7, 2026
Speakers
- Renee Haltom, Vice President and Regional Executive, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
- Anna Kovner, Executive Vice President and Director of Research, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
Agenda
8:30am – 9:00 am ET
Breakfast and Networking
In Person
9:00 am – 10:00 am ET
Economic Update, Panel Discussion, and Audience Q&A
In Person and Virutal Audiences
10:00 am – 10:30 am ET
Closing Remarks and Networking
In Person
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Location
This is a hybrid event.





