Fed Communities

Dialogue with the Fed—Meet FRED
2025-08-19 08:00 - 10:00 (America/Chicago) | Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, 1 Federal Reserve Bank Plaza, St. Louis, Missouri, 63102, United States
Have you met FRED®? Short for Federal Reserve Economic Data, FRED is an online database created and maintained by the Research Division at the St. Louis Fed. It consists of hundreds of thousands of economic data time series from scores of national, international, public and private sources. FRED goes beyond simply providing data: It helps users better understand data.

On Aug. 19, you’ll have a chance to get to know FRED during an interactive, hybrid presentation about everyone’s favorite economics data tool. Senior Economic Education Specialist and FRED Economics Champion Diego Mendez-Carbajo will give a brief history and overview of FRED, guide the audience on how to use the database, and answer any questions. Tim Lloyd of our Communications & Engagement Division will facilitate the Q&A.

This hybrid event is free and open to the public, but registration is required to attend. A complimentary breakfast and validated parking will be provided for in-person attendees. Virtual participants will receive detailed login instructions as the event date nears.

Joining us in person? Bring your laptop or tablet so you can follow along with our FRED demonstration.

Who might benefit from attending?

Educators | Students | Businesses | Nonprofits

Questions? Contact Ellen Amato at ellen.amato@stls.frb.org or 314-444-3749.

This presentation is part of the St. Louis Fed’s discussion series Dialogue with the Fed: Beyond Today’s Financial Headlines. See previous presentations.

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Agenda

8:00 a.m. CT

Breakfast and Networking (in-person only)

8:30 a.m. CT

Presentation

9:30 a.m. CT

Q&A

10:00 a.m. CT

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FedTalk: Meeting the Workforce Needs of In-Demand Industries in Ohio
2025-08-25 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Join us for a discussion of innovative ways that places are expanding workforce pipelines for in-demand industries, using the semiconductor and related industries in Ohio as an example.

The production of semiconductors, including microchips which are used in a wide variety of electronic applications such as phones and computers, is growing in the United States. Major investments have been made in states like Ohio, Arizona, Texas, New York and Oregon. One expert will present findings from case studies about how local partners from private industry, education and nonprofits in these places have come together to both boost productivity for employers and create promising career pathways for workers, particularly workers without a college degree.

The panel will then share their perspectives on the unique challenges and opportunities in Ohio, including what’s going well and where they see room for future innovation and growth. Specifically, they will discuss the role of community colleges in developing workforce and training programs that are not tethered to one employer or one industry but designed to give workers transferable skills that can be used across multiple career pathways. What are some of the challenges unique to this state versus others? Where are there successes and where do challenges remain?

Panelists will discuss:

The promise of the semiconductor industry, and related industries

The dynamism of these industries and their changing needs

What we know about effective models of cross-sector workforce partnerships both locally and nationally.

The presentation and panel discussion will be followed by Q&A.

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Speakers

Lavea Brachman, Nonresident Senior Fellow, Brookings Institution and Visiting Fellow, University of College, London

Abbi Failla, Vice President, Business Operations, EASE

Scott McLemore, Member, Executive Board, Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation and Executive in Residence, Columbus State Community College

Moderator

Khaz Finley, Outreach Manager, Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland

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District Dialogues - Unlocking Rural Potential: Identifying and Addressing the Barriers to Rural Investment
2025-09-03 14:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | West Virginia University – Erickson Alumni Center, 1 Alumni Drive, Morgantown, West Virginia, 26506, United States
At this District Dialogues event, we’ll dig into the latest research and economic data, hear local experts discuss the key factors impeding rural investment, and identify policies and programs that may support economic outcomes and community development.

As a regional Reserve Bank, the Richmond Fed has a mission to strengthen the economy and the communities we serve. With nearly a quarter of the Fifth District’s population living in small towns and rural communities, the Richmond Fed is committed to understanding the unique challenges facing these areas and sharing research and what works to address these challenges. Some Fifth District rural communities and small towns are thriving, but others are struggling, held back by issues such as population and job loss, lack of childcare and limited educational opportunities.

Interested in learning more? All community members are invited to join us Wednesday, September 3 at 2:00 PM in person at West Virginia University or virtually via Zoom. There is no cost to attend, but all attendees are asked to register in advance. In-person attendees are invited to join us before the event for networking and refreshments.

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Speakers

Andy Bauer, Vice President and Regional Executive, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond

Surekha Carpenter, Senior Research Analyst, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond

Stacey Armstrong, President, WVU Innovation Corporation

Jen Giovannitti, President, Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation

Christy Laxton, Executive Director, Wyoming County Economic Development Authority

Elizabeth Vitullo, Assistant Vice President, Economic Innovation, West Virginia University

Agenda

2:00-2:30 pm ET

Welcome Reception: Networking & RefreshmentsIn Person

2:30-4:00 pm ET

Presentation, Panel Discussion and Audience Q&AIn Person and Virtual Audiences

4:00-5:00 pm ET

Closing Remarks and NetworkingIn Person

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Exploring Institutional Investment in Multifamily Affordable Housing
2025-09-15 14:30 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Federal Reserve Bank of New York, 33 Liberty Street, New York, NY, 10045, United States
On Monday, September 15, 2025, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York will host an in-person event exploring private capital investments in multifamily affordable housing. Panelists, including institutional investors and managers of multifamily affordable housing investment vehicles, will explore the role of institutional capital in financing apartments for low- and moderate-income renters. Speakers will also discuss a New York Fed case study on private investment in multifamily affordable housing and the challenges and opportunities for private investment in the space.

This event will be of interest to leaders from pension funds, endowments, insurance companies, foundations, investment managers, community development organizations, banks, and affordable housing owners, developers, and managers.

Audience

This event is open to the public.

Media

This event is open to the media. All remarks are on the record, with the recording to be made available afterwards. For media inquiries, please contact Ellen Simon at Ellen.Simon@ny.frb.org.

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Agenda

Coffee and networking preceding event; reception to follow.

2:30-2:40 pm ET

Welcome RemarksJonathan Kivell, Director of Community Investments, Federal Reserve Bank of New York

2:40-2:55 pm ET

2025 Case Study of Managers of Multifamily Affordable Housing Private Investment VehiclesCarmi Recto, Community Development Specialist, Federal Reserve Bank of New York

2:55-3:45 pm ET

Panel: Investment ManagersModerator: John R. Williams, President and Chief Operating Officer, Avanath Capital Management

Jeremy Keele, Managing Partner, Catalyst Opportunity FundsPamela West, Head of U.S. Affordable Housing & Portfolio Manager, NuveenAlicia Glen, Founder & Managing Principal, MSquaredSydne Garchik, Founder & President, MRK Partners

3:45-4:00 pm ET

Break

2:55-3:45 pm ET

Panel: Institutional InvestorsModerator: Rachel Diller, Senior Managing Director, Acquisitions & Chief Investment Officer, Bridge Workforce & Affordable Housing, Bridge Investment Group

Cynthia Maasry, Managing Director, Mission Investments, Trinity Church Wall StreetDan Alger, Managing Director & Head of Urban Investment Group, Goldman Sachs Asset ManagementFilip Pinter, Senior Investment Officer, Real Estate, New York State Common Retirement Fund

4:50-4:00 pm ET

Closing RemarksTalor Crawford, Community Development Specialist, Federal Reserve Bank of New York

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Digital Access Research Forum
2025-09-16 09:00 - 2025-09-18 17:00 (America/New_York) | Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, 1 Memorial Drive, Kansas City, MO, 64198, United States
The forum will highlight the latest research on digital access, as well as emerging methodologies and best practices in the sector.

This in-person event will bring together academics, researchers, community development practitioners and policymakers for impactful conversations around digital access research in areas such as:

Program evaluation and outcomes measurement.

Economic and labor market implications.

Benefits of digital access interventions in communities.

Registration

Attendees can register for one, two or all three days. Day 1 offers pre-forum workshops tailored for practitioners, state broadband offices and policymakers. Day 2 and Day 3 are the main forum sessions for all audiences.

Find agenda details on the tabs for each day.

Early-bird pricing is available through June 30. Registration closes Sept. 4.

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Pricing

Register by June 30 for early-bird pricing.

Registration optionsEarly birdRegular registrationAll 3 days$155$200Day 1 only (workshops)$30$50Days 2 and 3 only (main forum)$125$150

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AI Implications for Workforce Development and Economic Mobility
2025-09-19 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
The EmergingTech Economic Research Network (EERN) has been working to understand perspectives on AI’s impact on the labor market. Join us to explore these trends at a deeper level, including implications for low- and moderate-income workers. This event will focus on the evolving intersection of AI, workforce development, and economic mobility.

Research presentation: AI exposure among workers in low- and moderate-income households

Panel discussion: How are workers, workforce development leaders, and employers anticipating changes and adapting their practices?

Fireside chat with Mary C. Daly, President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco

Hosted by the EmergingTech Economic Research Network (a Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco initiative in close collaboration with the Federal Reserve System Innovation Office), in partnership with the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta.

This is a virtual event, open to everyone. It will be livestreamed and available as a recording after the event. We invite you to register and submit a question.

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Agenda

Coffee and networking preceding event; reception to follow.

10:00 am PT

Opening RemarksLaura Choi, Executive Vice President, Regional Engagement, Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco

10:10 am PT

Research presentation: AI exposure among workers in low- and moderate-income householdsElizabeth Kneebone, Assistant Vice President of Community Development Research, Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco

10:35 am PT

Panel discussion: How are workers, workforce development leaders, and employers anticipating changes and adapting their practices?Moderator: Natalie Holmes, Senior Community Development Research Analyst, Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco

Sarah Miller, Director and Principle Adviser, Community and Economic Development, Federal Reserve Bank of AtlantaJimmy McDonough, Asssistant Commissioner, Higher Education Workforce Programs, Utah System of Higher EducationArmetta Burney, Ed.D, Dean, Technology, Applied Science & Public Services, Clackamas Community CollegeLisa Countryman-Quiroz, CEO, Jewish Vocational Service

11:30 am PT

Fireside chat with Mary C. Daly, President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco

11:55 am PT

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Fed Talk: A Conversation with Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland President Beth Hammack
2025-09-22 12:00 - 12:45 (America/New_York) | Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland, 1455 E 6th Street, Cleveland, OH, 44114, United States
Join us for a conversation with Beth Hammack, president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland, to discuss the critical functions of Reserve Banks, the state of the economy, and ways Reserve Banks engage with the public.

This program offers a deeper understanding of the Federal Reserve’s role in the economy and the Fed’s impact on everyday life.

The event will be offered both virtually and in person at the Bank’s location in downtown Cleveland. Following the session, in-person attendees may tour the Bank’s main building, constructed in 1923.

Reserve Banks play a pivotal role in the US financial system. The Cleveland Fed touches everyone in the Fourth District by

Working with community and business partners to understand the economic landscape

Supervising financial institutions

Playing a vital role in the nation’s payments system

In her first year, President Hammack has engaged with local community and business leaders in the Bank’s Fourth Federal Reserve District, comprising Ohio and parts of Kentucky, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. She then brings their insights into how the economy is working for their communities to the Federal Reserve’s policy-setting meeting in Washington DC.

There are 12 Reserve Banks across the country. Each serves a specific region, and all Reserve Banks operate under the umbrella of the Federal Reserve System.

The primary functions of the Federal Reserve concern

Monetary policy: Setting US monetary policy to promote maximum employment and stable prices in the US economy. The aim is to protect your standard of living.

Supervision and regulation: Promoting the safety and soundness of individual financial institutions and monitoring their impact on the financial system. As a result, you can be confident the bank you choose is operating in a safe and sound manner.

Payments systems: Promoting a safe, efficient, and accessible system for US dollar transactions. This includes circulation of paper currency and coin. It also ensures the safe transport of transferred money and electronic bill payments from point A to point B.

Financial stability: Monitoring financial system risks. This helps ensure a strong economy for US households, communities, and businesses, even in uncertain times.

Consumers and communities: Advancing supervision and economic research. This improves understanding of the impacts of financial services policies on consumers and communities and helps facilitate access to economic opportunity for all.

This session will enhance your understanding of the Federal Reserve and its impact on the economy and our communities. Join us for an engaging and informative discussion.

President Hammack will answer questions during the question-and-answer portion of the event. Attendees can also submit questions in advance through the registration form.

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Speaker

Beth Hammack, President and Chief Executive Officer, Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland

Moderator

Lila Mills, Editor-in-Chief, Signal Cleveland

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Regional Conversations: Bay Area Housing Supply & Affordability
2025-09-23 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, 101 Market Street, San Francisco, California, 94105, United States
The Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco draws on local insights to inform monetary policy decisions for the nation. As part of this work, the SF Fed hosts Regional Conversations—a dynamic forum that brings together researchers, business leaders, and communities across the Western U.S. to explore real-world solutions to economic challenges.

Join us on September 23rd for a discussion on housing supply and affordability in the Bay Area, featuring insights from SF Fed researchers and local housing practitioners. By bridging theory and practice, these Regional Conversations provide the SF Fed with on-the-ground perspectives to inform its work of supporting the nation’s monetary, financial, and payment systems from the ground up.

This will be an in-person event at the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco. There is no cost to attend, but advance registration is required.

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Agenda

9:30 am PT

NetworkingCoffee and ligh refreshments will be available

10:00 am PT

Opening RemarksSylvain Leduc, EVP and Director of Research, Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco

10:00 am PT

Panel DiscussionAlex Mehran, Sr., Chairman of the Board, Sunset Development Company Ann Silverberg, CEO, Northern California Affordable and Northwest Divisions, Related California Elizabeth Kneebone, AVP, Community Engagement and Analysis, Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco John Mondragon, Research Advisor, Financial Research, Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Laura Choi, EVP, Regional Engagement, Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco (moderator)

11:00 am PT

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Global Investments In Health: Investing in an Age-Friendly Economy
2025-09-24 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual
On Wednesday, September 24, 2025, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York will host a virtual event focused on investment strategies to address the social determinants of health affecting older people and their ability to participate in the economy.

Topics will include strategies for supporting healthy aging and developing age-friendly cities and places. Speakers will discuss place-based investment approaches, the importance of investment frameworks that support local leadership, and how an age-friendly population health approach strengthens the overall economy.

The event is the fourth in a series centered on ideas from around the world for place-based investments addressing the social determinants of health. The event will be of interest to leaders in the financial, government, nonprofit, and health sectors.

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This event is open to the public.

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Agenda

10:00 – 10:05 am ET

Introduction and Opening RemarksTony Davis, Director of Community Outreach and Health, Federal Reserve Bank of New York

10:05 – 10:25 am ET

KeynoteDr. Jo Ivey Boufford, M.D., Clinical Professor of Global and Environmental Health, NYU School of Global Public Health

10:25 – 10:45 am ET

Panel DiscussionThiago Herick de Sa, Technical Officer, Age-friendly Environments, World Health OrganizationSue Fielding, Director Inclusion, Department of Communities, Government of Western AustraliaJulian Macrone, Community Development Specialist, Federal Reserve Bank of New York (moderator)

10:45 – 11:25 am ET

Moderated Discussion and Audience Q&A

11:25 – 11:30 am ET

Closing RemarksJulian Macrone, Community Development Specialist, Federal Reserve Bank of New York

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The Importance of Home Equity in Wealth Building
2025-09-25 09:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia, 10 Independence Mall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19106, United States
Owning a home is an important wealth-building tool. When a home’s value appreciates, the equity that accrues can serve as a valuable resource for emergency expenses, essential home repairs, or income-enhancing investments like education or training.

For many Americans, their home is their largest asset. Roughly 65 percent of households in the United States own their homes, and housing continues to represent the largest share of household wealth. Yet research shows there are significant differences in how homeowners leverage their home equity. A Philadelphia Fed study revealed that wealth-building pathways through homeownership vary significantly by household and neighborhood. A key finding was that residents’ experiences with refinancing mortgages and debt varied widely.

In support of the Philadelphia Fed’s goal of promoting a sound financial system and a strong, healthy economy, this event aims to examine wealth building in low- and moderate-income (LMI) communities through the lens of home equity.

Why Attend?

Join speakers, panelists, and your peers to examine the importance of home equity in wealth building, explore a data-driven approach to identifying households vulnerable to the loss of home equity, and advance solutions that preserve and protect home equity in LMI communities.

Presentations will include “The Role of Home Equity in Wealth Building” and “Using Data to Prevent the Loss of Home Equity in New York City.” Panelists will also explore the importance of financial products and services that allow LMI homeowners to safely access home equity, specifically in times of financial vulnerability.

Speakers will include:

Ken Benton, Principal Consumer Regulations Specialist, Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia;

Christopher Cummins, Staff Attorney, Homeownership Rights, SeniorLAW Center;

Matthew Murphy, Executive Director, NYU Furman Center;

Samantha Porter, Senior Advisor, Community Engagement, Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia;

Maureen Yap, Vice President of Public Policy and Senior Counsel for Fair Lending, National Fair Housing Alliance; and

Sisi Zhang, Community Development Economic Advisor, Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia.

Who Should Attend?

Professionals working in the housing and financial services sectors, funders and nonprofits serving LMI communities, and policymakers in the Third District are encouraged to attend.

This event is complimentary, but registration is required. Space is limited, so reserve your spot now.

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Connecting Communities: CDFIs Unpacked: Trends and Takeaways from Mission-Driven Lenders
2025-09-25 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
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Every two years, the 12 Federal Reserve Banks survey community development financial institutions (CDFIs) about industry conditions. Join us to hear more about what they’ve shared, including

how demand for CDFIs’ products and services changed over the past year and may evolve in the future,

how CDFIs leverage public funding to accomplish their work, and

what challenges CDFIs encountered in meeting demand and delivering on their mission.

In addition to the CDFI Survey, Federal Reserve Staff connect with community development lenders and financial institutions to better understand economic conditions for a broad range of consumers, individuals, and businesses. Attendees will hear more about this outreach, including how the Federal Reserve engages with local community development lenders and what we’ve learned from several CDFI success stories.

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Speakers

Surekha CarpenterSenior Research AnalystFederal Reserve Bank of Richmond

Thomas GuerraSenior Outreach AdvisorFederal Reserve Bank of Dallas

Taylor PessinIntermediate Research AnalystFederal Reserve Bank of Richmond

Alison ShottSenior AdvisorFederal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia

Sydney DiavuaAssistant Vice PresidentFederal Reserve Bank of St. Louis(moderator)

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About Connecting Communities®

Real people. Real research. Real conversations.

Connecting Communities is a Federal Reserve-sponsored webinar series providing timely information on community and economic development issues. It complements Fed community development outreach initiatives conducted through the 12 regional Reserve Banks and Federal Reserve Board of Governors.

Have questions about the program? Contact us.

Pathways to Housing Affordability: Developing Coordinated Strategies to Increase Housing Inventory
2025-10-08 09:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia, 10 Independence Mall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19106, United States
Access to homeownership and quality housing is vital to a strong U.S. economy. Beyond providing shelter, housing affects a person’s employment prospects, job quality, stability, and more. Understanding the housing sector and how it impacts people’s lives is key to the Fed’s work to promote financial security and meet our dual mandate.

Pathways to Housing Affordability is a series hosted by the Philadelphia Fed to examine housing issues and challenges in the Third District. The series brings together business and community leaders, policymakers, bankers, nonprofits, researchers, and experts in the housing and workforce development sectors to advance collaborative, community-focused solutions.

Developing Coordinated Strategies to Increase Housing Inventory

The final session will explore community-focused solutions to achieve affordable housing development. Attendees will examine how intentional planning can create communities that meet the needs of the people who live and work there.

Experts will discuss development strategies that provide housing opportunities for workers and how they have leveraged collaborative decision-making for shared investment to strengthen local economies. Topics will include:

strategic zoning and planning to expand housing options;

statewide housing plans and collaborative implementation;

building local development capacity by training and supporting new developers; and

opportunities to expand housing options for low-income workers.

You can view the current agenda here. Additional details will be added soon.

Who Should Attend?

Representatives from local government, lending institutions, nonprofit organizations and foundations, housing developers, workforce development boards, chambers of commerce, and housing finance agencies, as well as others in the housing development ecosystem, are encouraged to attend.

Participation is free, but registration is required.

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Learn More About Previous Sessions

Part 1: Innovations in Products and Partnerships to Advance Workforce HousingView the agenda, speaker bios, and presentation slides from the event.

Part 2: Preservation Strategies to Strengthen Workforce CommunitiesView the agenda and speaker bios as well as the presentation slides and a list of partner resources from the event.

The sessions were hosted in partnership with the Delaware State Housing Authority, New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency, and Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency.

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CICD 10th Anniversary and Data Summit
2025-10-08 14:00 - 2025-10-09 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
Rachel Twoteeth-Pichardo for Minneapolis Fed. Learn more about CICD’s tenth-anniversary artwork.

On October 8–9, 2025, leaders from across Indian Country, the Federal Reserve System, and beyond will gather to mark the Center for Indian Country Development’s (CICD’s) tenth anniversary and first decade of economic research and data work. This special two-day event will feature thought leader reflections on what we’ve learned from the past decade of economic research in Indian Country, economic innovations taking place across Native communities, and future opportunities for advancing the economic prosperity of Indian Country. Tribal and Federal Reserve leaders will also explore emerging opportunities related to tribal public finance, access to capital, and economic diversification.

October 8: CICD 10th-Anniversary Event2:00 – 5:00 pm CT

In honor of CICD’s 10-year milestone, the first day will bring together national leaders from Indian Country and the Federal Reserve System, along with others interested in economic prosperity in Indian Country, to share perspectives on the past and future of economic advancements in Native economies. Leading experts will reflect on Indian Country’s contributions to the overall economy and the role of research and data in strengthening Native economies for the next seven generations.

View the 10th-Anniversary Event agenda

October 9: CICD Data Summit10:00 – 3:00m pm CT

The following day, a special milestone-year edition of CICD’s annual data summit will provide the opportunity to take a deeper dive into economic topics of interest. Indian Country thought leaders and economic experts will speak to emerging opportunities for Native communities to leverage economic data to enhance access to capital, diversify revenue, and promote community and economic well-being. The event will also introduce tribes across the country to the Survey of Native Nations, a collaboration between CICD and tribal governments to equip tribal leaders with benchmark public finance data.

View the CICD Data Summit agenda

This registration is for the livestream only. For inquiries about in-person registration, please email cicd@mpls.frb.org.

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Crossing the Credit Barrier Conference
2025-10-22 08:00 - 2025-10-23 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, 1 Federal Reserve Bank Plaza, St. Louis, Missouri, 63102, United States
Mark your calendar for the Crossing the Credit Barrier Conference, a dynamic gathering of researchers, bankers, innovators and community leaders who are committed to understanding the landscape around affordable credit and banking for low- and moderate-income communities and underserved populations.

Through insightful discussions, interactive workshops and networking, explore research and analysis on the credit environment for families and small businesses. Join the discussion in panels spotlighting innovative approaches that are bridging gaps and enhancing opportunities for financial security.

Who should attend?

Community and Economic Development Organizations • Financial Institutions • Researchers • Local Governments • Funders • Students • and More

Agenda topics

Small Business • Housing • Workforce • Fintech • Place-Based Partnerships • Financial Services • Innovative Practices • Explore the Full Agenda

Space is limited for those joining us in person—don’t miss your chance to be in the room where it happens. Registration dealine is Thursday, October 16, 2025.

Why attend in person?

10+ hours of content, including keynotes, panels and breakout sessions

30+ visionary voices taking the stage

Eight curated conversations on topics from fintech to housing to small-dollar lending

More than six hours of networking opportunities to spark ideas and build relationships

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If you have questions or are looking to contribute to the conference, please contact the St. Louis Fed’s Community Development team at communitydevelopment@stls.frb.org.

The opinions and statements expressed are those of the speakers and are intended only for informational purposes. They do not reflect official positions of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis or the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.

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Investment Connection - Oklahoma 2025
2025-10-28 11:30 - 13:45 (America/Chicago)
During Investment Connection, community development proposals that would receive CRA consideration are presented to potential funders. The lending and investment opportunities presented will be exclusively in Oklahoma. Funding requests range from $25,000 to $2.5 million, and geographic target areas range from single community developments to statewide efforts.

Typical proposals address:

Affordable Housing

Asset Building, Financial Access, Capability and Empowerment

Broadband Services / Digital Inclusion

Community Services and Facilities

Disaster Relief

Small Business Development / Microlending

Workforce Development / Economic Development

Presenters have seven minutes to share information about their organization and proposal, followed by three minutes of questions from funders. This is an great way to learn about new and existing organizations and opportunities in community and economic development.

For additional information and testimonials about Investment Connection, please visit the Kansas City Fed’s Investment Connection page. The program is also featured in the Fed Communities three-part story series, Investment Connection: Getting to ‘We Have a Deal’.

Who should attend

This event is for the funding community including:

financial institutions

foundations

philanthropists

local, state and federal government

To participate, please contact

Steven ShepelwichLead Community Development AdvisorFederal Reserve Bank of Kansas CityOklahoma City Branchsteven.shepelwich@kc.frb.org

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Investing in Rural America: Pursuing Prosperity
2025-10-29 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | This is a virtual-only event
The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond is proud to present the first installment of our Investing in Rural America Webinar Series. This session features Tony Pipa from the Brookings Institution and Brent Orrell from the American Enterprise Institute, who will explore how to pursue rural prosperity by strengthening economic opportunity, resilience, and quality of life across rural America.

In this engaging webinar, our distinguished speakers will join Daniel Davis from the Richmond Fed to delve into their goals for the Brookings-AEI Commission on U.S. Rural Prosperity and what they have learned since its launch in July 2025. Pipa and Orrell will discuss:

The historical context of rural-urban differences

Current challenges facing rural communities

Unique opportunities for growth and development in rural areas

Actionable strategies for leveraging community assets

Potential policy options to promote rural prosperity and economic growth

This thought-provoking conversation offers valuable insights into the future of rural America, considering strategies to foster development and opportunity beyond major metropolitan areas. The discussion will be particularly relevant to rural residents, business owners, and community leaders in the Federal Reserve’s Fifth District and beyond.

As part of our commitment to empowering rural communities, this webinar series aims to provide attendees with practical tools and knowledge to help shape the future of their communities.

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Rural Community Action Assembly: Reimagining Apprenticeship Models
2025-11-05 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Apprenticeships can strengthen rural economies by equipping individuals with in-demand skills, enabling workers to remain in their communities and support local businesses. This event will demonstrate how apprenticeships can fill workforce gaps in essential sectors such as healthcare and manufacturing, which are vital to economic resilience and sustainable employment in rural regions. Attendees will gain insights from experts and practitioners on best practices and innovative partnerships that foster successful apprenticeship networks.

Speakers will include:

John Colborn, Executive Director, Apprenticeships for America;

Eric Dunker, Chief Engagement and Advancement Officer, Reach University;

Theresa Dunne, Community Development Research Analyst, Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia; and

Alan Hack, Assistant Executive Director, Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit.

Who should attend

This event is designed for rural economic or workforce development organizations, chambers of commerce, nonprofits working with low- and moderate-income communities, and other rural decision-makers interested in inclusive workforce models.

The series is cohosted by the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia and Penn State’s Center for Economic and Community Development.

Participation is free, but registration is required. A video recording and presentations will be shared publicly afterward. Participants will have opportunities to interact with their peers, and all attendees are encouraged to contribute to the discussion.

For questions, please contact Philip Jones at philip.jones@phil.frb.org.

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Housing Needs and Opportunities in North Dakota
2025-11-06 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Bismark Event Center, 315 S 5th St., Bismark, North Dakota, 58504
Households in cities and towns across our region are struggling with increased housing costs and other housing-market-related concerns. How can state and local governments support housing production and affordability within their jurisdictions, especially in smaller cities and rural areas?

On November 6, the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis will host an event featuring housing experts from around the country discussing successful strategies for supporting housing production in smaller cities and rural areas. A panel of experts from North Dakota will describe their efforts to address housing challenges in their communities, and Minneapolis Fed researchers will share data on housing market trends across the state.

The event will be hosted in person at the Bismarck Event Center and livestreamed. We hope you’ll join us for this timely conversation.

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Speakers

Nate Dorr, Greater Minnesota Housing Fund

Lorna Fogg, RTHawk Housing Alliance

Emily Hamilton, Mercatus Center

Ben Horowitz, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

Dan Madler, Beyond Shelter

Janelle Moos, AARP North Dakota

Brent Sanford, North Dakota University System

Libby Starling, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

Alene Tchourumoff, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

John Turner, Nebraska Investment Finance Authority

Norm Van Eeden Petersman, Strong Towns

Agenda

10:00 – 10:15 am CT

Check-in (in-person attendees)

10:15 – 10:30 am CT

Welcome RemarksSpeaker: Alene Tchourumoff, Community Development and Engagement, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

10:30 – 11:45 am CT

Panel: Lessons from Other StatesModerator: Libby Starling, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

Panelists:

Nate Dorr, Greater Minnesota Housing Fund

Emily Hamilton, Mercatus Center

John Turner, Nebraska Investment Finance Authority

Norm Van Eeden Petersman, Strong Towns

11:45 – 12:00 pm CT

Break/Transition to Lunch (in-person attendees)

12:00 – 12:45 pm CT

Lunch Presentation: Housing Supply and Demand Across North Dakota

Speakers:

Ben Horowitz, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

Libby Starling, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

12:45 – 1:15 pm CT

Informal Guided Discussions at Lunch Tables (in-person attendees)

1:15 – 1:30 pm CT

Break

1:30 – 2:50 pm CT

Panel: North Dakota PerspectivesModerator: Ben Horowitz, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

Panelists:

Lorna Fogg, RTHawk Housing Alliance

Dan Madler, Beyond Shelter

Janelle Moos, AARP North Dakota

Brent Sanford, North Dakota University System

2:50 – 3:00 pm CT

Closing RemarksSpeaker: Alene Tchourumoff, Community Development and Engagement, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

3:00 – 4:00 pm CT

Reception (in-person attendees)

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How Your Experience of the Economy Matters to the Fed: A Conversation with Governor Michael S. Barr
2025-11-06 11:00 - 11:45 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
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How your community experiences the economy—whether you and your neighbors can access employment, afford your home or small business expenses, or save for future goals—matters to the Federal Reserve. Through its community development function, the Federal Reserve builds relationships and regularly engages with communities in every region of the country. The first-hand insights and real-time impressions of economic conditions that arise from these community connections help inform the Federal Reserve’s work.

Join us for a special conversation with Governor Michael S. Barr, the Federal Reserve Board’s oversight governor for consumer and community affairs. Discover how community engagement helps Fed decisionmakers better understand Americans’ day-to-day economic experiences, concerns, and opportunities. Hear more about Governor Barr’s background in community development and its role in his work over the years. Learn what he is hearing from communities and businesses around the country and the value he and the Fed gain from these community insights.

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Michael S. BarrGovernorFederal Reserve Board of Governors

Gabriella ChiarenzaSenior Writer & Communications AdvisorFed Communities(moderator)

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Real people. Real research. Real conversations.

Connecting Communities is a Federal Reserve-sponsored webinar series providing timely information on community and economic development issues. It complements Fed community development outreach initiatives conducted through the 12 regional Reserve Banks and Federal Reserve Board of Governors.

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2025 Institute Research Conference
2025-11-13 09:30 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, 90 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55401
The Opportunity & Inclusive Growth Institute’s annual research conference showcases the range of frontier-style research that the Institute engages with and supports. Presenters, discussants, and attendees will engage in a broad scholarly exchange of ideas around presented papers.

The keynote speaker will be David Card, the Class of 1950 Professor Emeritus of Economics at the University of California, Berkeley, and the 2021 winner of the Nobel prize in economics. Card pioneered the use of natural experiments to identify and measure causal effects. Much of his research has focused on the labor market effects of education, immigration, and minimum wages. Card has described his research as seeking to “understand why some people succeed and others fail, and how their success or failure is related to the environment, institutions and the people themselves.” Card was also the 1995 recipient of the John Bates Clark Medal, the top honor for economists under 40. He served as president of the American Economic Association in 2021.

An Early Career Researchers’ Workshop will follow on November 14. That event, which is by invitation, focuses on developing research of scholars who have completed their Ph.D. in the last eight years (from 2017 to 2024).

The conference organizer is Amanda Michaud, and this year’s program committee members are Taha Choukhmane, Stephie Fried, Daniel Hartley, Amanda Michaud, Serdar Ozkan, Kosali Simon, and Abigail Wozniak.

The program and photos from last year’s conference can be found here.

This registration is for the livestream only. For inquiries about in-person registration, please email MplsInstitute@mpls.frb.org.

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Rural Community Action Assembly: Sustaining Entrepreneurial Ecosystems
2025-11-19 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Strong small business networks can boost rural economies by fostering innovation, job creation, and local growth. They support entrepreneurs and local businesses, diversify industries, and create and sustain local jobs. By attracting investment and retaining skilled workers, these local ecosystems support economic resilience and can drive job growth in rural regions. Attendees will learn about ways to cultivate and support robust entrepreneurial networks.

Speakers will include:

Michael Fortunato, Founding Partner, Creative Insight Community Development;

Bradley Lashinsky, Director, North Central Pennsylvania LaunchBox, Pennsylvania State University;

Thomas Lyons, Clarence E. Harris Chair of Excellence in Business and Entrepreneurship, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga;

Don Macke, Senior Vice President, e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems; and

Amanda Weinstein, Director of Research, Knowledge, and Evaluation, Center on Rural Innovation.

Who should attend

This event is designed for rural economic or workforce development organizations, chambers of commerce, nonprofits working with low- and moderate-income communities, and other rural decision-makers interested in inclusive workforce models.

The series is cohosted by the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia and Penn State’s Center for Economic and Community Development.

Participation is free, but registration is required. A video recording and presentations will be shared publicly afterward. Participants will have opportunities to interact with their peers, and all attendees are encouraged to contribute to the discussion.

For questions, please contact Philip Jones at philip.jones@phil.frb.org.

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Making Missing Markets: Connecting Communities and Capital
2025-11-19 13:30 - 17:40 (America/New_York) | Federal Reserve Bank of New York, 33 Liberty Street, New York, NY, 10045, United States
On Wednesday, November 19, 2025, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York will host a hybrid event on fostering and improving markets channeling investments into under-resourced communities.

The event will explore strategies that help connect new sources of capital to community needs and solutions; scale existing sources of capital for communities; and connect previously unlinked buyers and sellers of services and products that address critical community challenges. Speakers and panelists will highlight the vital role of community-based interventions.

This will be of interest to leaders in finance, philanthropy, community development, and academia, and anyone else interested in creating new markets aimed at fostering opportunity-rich communities.

In-person registration closes on Friday, November 14, 2025.

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Audience

This event is open to the public. This event will be recorded and posted to the public event webpage afterwards.

Media

This event is open to the media. All remarks are on the record, with the recording to be made available afterwards. For media inquiries, please contact Ellen Simon at Ellen.Simon@ny.frb.org.

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Conversations with the Fed: A Decade of Economic Research and Data Innovation in Indian Country
2025-11-20 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | This is a virtual-only event
In honor of the 10th anniversary of the Center for Indian Country Development (CICD), join a conversation with CICD Director Casey Lozar as he provides an overview of economic research and data advancements in Indian Country, and shares perspectives on the role of research in advancing tribal economic prosperity. Casey will share CICD data resources and discuss initiatives that support CICD’s mission, which is to advance the economic self-determination and prosperity of Native nations and Indigenous communities through actionable data and research that inform public policy discussions. One major data initiative, the Survey of Native Nations, aims to advance the public finance data available for Indian Country and is now open to all tribes across the country that are interested in participating. Casey will also take questions from event attendees.

As a research and policy institute headquartered at the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, CICD supports the Minneapolis Fed’s mission to serve the public by pursuing a growing economy that works for all of us. CICD is grounded in the Federal Reserve System’s community development function, which has responsibility to help improve economic outcomes in low- and moderate-income communities.

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CRA for CBOs: Leveraging the Power of the Community Reinvestment Act
2025-12-02 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | This is a virtual-only event
Join us for “CRA for CBOs: Leveraging the Power of the Community Reinvestment Act,” a free webinar hosted by the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond designed to help community-based organizations and nonprofits better understand and leverage the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) to build impactful partnerships with banks.What you’ll learn:

CRA Fundamentals: Understand the purpose, scope and regulatory framework of the Community Reinvestment Act.

Building Bank Partnerships: understand the types of bank activities that qualify for CRA consideration and the strategies to develop successful partnerships.

Strategic Alignment: Explore ways to align your programs with CRA priorities and learn how to identify and approach banks for CRA-aligned collaborations.

Best Practices: Hear real-world examples of successful CRA partnerships and actionable tips.

Who should attend: The Richmond Fed serves the Federal Reserve’s Fifth District (North and South Carolina, Maryland, Virginia, most of West Virginia and Washington, D.C.) but this event is open to any representatives of community-based organizations or nonprofits.If you have any questions about the webinar, contact Erika Bell, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond.

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Investing in Rural America: Advancing Housing Solutions in Small Towns and Rural America
2025-12-10 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Join the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond for an engaging webinar focused on the state of housing in rural America. This event will feature a conversation between David Lipsetz, President and CEO of the Housing Assistance Council (HAC), and Lance George, HAC’s Director of Research and information, hosted by Daniel Davis, Group Vice President for Regional Economics at the Richmond Fed.

Together, they will explore practical strategies and research-driven insights on how to:

Increase the availability of affordable housing in underserved rural areas

Expand access to credit and responsible lending options

Identify and utilize data to support rural housing solutions

Promote sustainable development and revitalization in small towns across the nation

Whether you’re a housing champion, community development professional, researcher or policymaker, this conversation will provide perspectives on creating stronger, more resilient rural communities.

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Regional Economic Conditions: Construction
2025-12-12 09:00 - 09:30 (America/Chicago) | This is a virtual-only event
Twice a year, regional economists at the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis survey construction firms to gauge the sector’s performance and overall outlook. Are current and backlogged projects up or down? Are labor needs being satisfied? What do contacts expect in the months ahead? Join Regional Outreach Director Erick Garcia Luna to discuss these and other results from the fall survey of construction firms across the Ninth District.

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Agenda

9:00 a.m. CT

Welcome by Haley Chinander

9:05 a.m. CT

Presentation by Erick Garcia Luna

9:20 a.m. CT

Q&A

9:30 a.m. CT

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Management and Reskilling in the Age of AI
2025-12-15 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | This is a virtual-only event
Please join us on December 15 for a live presentation on management and reskilling in the age of AI from Raffaella Sadun, Charles E. Wilson professor of business administration at Harvard Business School.

Following her presentation, Professor Sadun will answer live and pre-submitted questions with our host moderator, Huiyu Li, co-head of the EmergingTech Economic Research Network (EERN) and research advisor at the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco.

This is a virtual event hosted by the EmergingTech Economic Research Network (EERN). It is open to everyone and will be livestreamed on this page. A recording will be available after the event. We invite you to register and submit a question.

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Dialogue with the Fed—Transitions in the Health Care Workforce: Opportunity Occupations and AI
2025-12-16 08:30 - 10:00 (America/Chicago) | Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, 1 Federal Reserve Bank Plaza, St. Louis, Missouri, 63102, United States
The health care industry stands as a pivotal economic anchor, significantly impacting both metropolitan and rural areas. With more than six million people employed by hospitals, the industry ranks as the sixth-largest employer nationally. But as health care evolves, so do questions about its impact on the existing workforce as well as those seeking to reskill and join this thriving field.

On Dec. 16, join us for a special Dialogue with the Fed event that delves into research about health care trends regarding its workforce and AI. Nicole Summers-Gabr, a senior researcher with the Community Development team at the St. Louis Fed, will give a presentation exploring the transformative potential of AI, its current adoption rates and the newest data on “opportunity occupations”—careers that require less than four years of experience, but pay above the median wage.

Following her presentation, Senior Vice President and Louisville Regional Executive Seema Sheth will lead a discussion and Q&A session with a panel of health care leaders:

Sondra Davis, chief human resources officer, North Mississippi Health Services

Dr. Alexander Garza, chief community health officer, SSM Health

Jess Walker, HR business partner, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Institute for Community Health Innovation

This hybrid event is free and open to the public, but registration is required to attend. A complimentary breakfast and validated parking will be provided for in-person attendees. Virtual participants will receive detailed login instructions as the event date nears.

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Who might benefit from attending?

Businesses | Nonprofits | Policy Makers | Researchers and Academics | Health Care Providers and Advocates

Questions? Contact Ellen Amato at ellen.amato@stls.frb.org or 314-444-3749.

This presentation is part of the St. Louis Fed’s discussion series Dialogue with the Fed: Beyond Today’s Financial Headlines. See previous presentations.

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2026 Regional Economic Conditions Conference
2026-01-09 09:00 - 12:05 (America/Chicago) | Virtual Event
The Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis will host its ninth annual Regional Economic Conditions Conference on January 9, 2026. The half-day conference will feature Xcel Energy’s Chairman, President, and CEO Bob Frenzel, who will talk with Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari about the economic challenges and opportunities in the energy sector. The conference will also feature presentations and panel discussions with representatives of each state in the Ninth Federal Reserve District, which includes Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, northwestern Wisconsin, and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.

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Agenda

9:00-9:05 am CT

Welcome and Context

Neel Kashkari, President and CEO, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

9:05-9:45 am CT

Fireside Chat

Bob Frenzel, Chairman, President, and CEO, Xcel Energy

Neel Kashkari, President and CEO, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

9:45-10:00 am CT

Presentation: Business Pulse Survey

Joseph Mahon, Regional Outreach Director, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

10:00-11:00 am CT

State Labor Force Overview

10:00–10:15: Angelina NguyễnResearch Director, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development

10:15–10:30: Matthew KuresCommunity Economic Development Specialist and Researcher, University of Wisconsin–Madison

10:30–10:45: Debb BrunellCEO, Upper Peninsula Michigan Works!

10:45–11:00: Moderated DiscussionModerator: Ron WirtzRegional Outreach Director, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

11:00-11:05 am CT

Break

11:05-12:05 pm CT

State Economic Conditions

11:05–11:20: Joseph SantosProfessor and Director, Ness School of Management and Economics, South Dakota State University11:20–11:35: David FlynnProfessor, Economics and Finance, University of North Dakota

11:35–11:50: Jeffrey MichaelDirector, Bureau of Business and Economic Research, University of Montana

11:50–12:05: Moderated DiscussionModerator: Erick Garcia LunaRegional Outreach Director, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

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An Economy That Works for All: Financial Inclusion
2026-01-14 14:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Federal Reserve Bank of New York, 33 Liberty Street, New York, NY, 10045, United States
On Wednesday, January 14, 2026, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York will host the fifth annual “An Economy That Works for All” event.

This hybrid event will focus on the importance of financial inclusion. Speakers will highlight challenges and strategies for improving financial inclusion and explore how financial literacy and innovation can drive opportunities to promote the financial health of households. New York Fed President John C. Williams will deliver opening remarks.

The event will be of interest to community-based organizations, philanthropists, policymakers, as well as city and state agencies.

In-person registration closes on Friday, January 9, 2026.

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This event is open to the public.

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This event is open to the media. All remarks are on the record, with the recording to be made available afterwards. For media inquiries, please contact Ellen Simon at Ellen.Simon@ny.frb.org.

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