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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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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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2026 Economic Outlook
2026-01-15 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Join the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland for its annual economic outlook Fed Talk webinar.

Ed Knotek, senior vice president and director of research, will analyze incoming economic indicators and walk through the US economic outlook for 2026. The session will offer valuable insights for professionals, academics, business leaders, and others interested in economic trends and policy.

Various economic indicators critical for understanding the health and direction of the economy will be covered:

Gross Domestic Product (GDP): The broadest measure of economic activity at the national level.

Inflation Rates: Analysis of current inflation trends, the factors driving them, and their implications.

Labor Market Indicators: Employment growth, the unemployment rate, wage growth, and other measures that capture the health of the labor market.

Consumer Spending: Data related to the health of the US consumer, whose spending powers most of the overall economy.

Business Spending: AI-related investments are raising capital spending, but that’s just one part of the story.

And more.

The Fed Talk program is the Cleveland Fed’s speaker series illuminating an array of issues related to the economy. Each session features economists and experts discussing subjects such as inflation, workforce trends, banking, and community development. Attendees can enhance their understanding of economic issues and trends. Interactive Q&A sessions allow participants to ask questions and engage directly with speakers

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Speakers

Ed Knotek, senior vice president and director of research, Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland

Moderator

Julianne Dunn, regional executive, Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland’s Cincinnati Branch

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Beyond the Floodlines: A Webinar Series on Funding Asset Preservation
2026-01-29 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | This is a virtual-only event
This webinar focuses on affordable housing, exploring philanthropic strategies to rebuild, preserve affordability and stabilize families for the long term.

What participants will gain:

A forward-looking lens to shape responsive, resilient and equitable investments to unnatural disasters in the Texas Hill Country and beyond.

A clear picture of who is leading recovery efforts across sectors and where strategic partnerships are most needed.

High-level insights on both immediate needs and long-term opportunities to guide investment decisions.

Inspiration and practical models for collective action in affordable housing and small business recovery.

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Regional Economic Conditions: Manufacturing
2026-01-30 09:00 - 09:30 (America/Chicago) | Virtual Event
How are manufacturing businesses feeling about the current economy and the year ahead?

Our Regional Outreach team, in partnership with the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), recently surveyed manufacturing firms across the Ninth District to better understand how they are faring in the current economy and what they anticipate in 2026. Join Regional Outreach Director Joe Mahon for a free webinar discussing the latest results from our annual survey of manufacturers.

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Agenda

9:00 am – 9:05 am CT

Welcome and introduction

9:05 am – 9:25 am CT

Survey results

9:25 am – 9:30 am CT

Q&A

9:30 am CT

Webinar concludes

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Connecting Communities: How Fed Data Tools Can Inform Economic Mobility
2026-02-05 15:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
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Occupational and economic mobility are crucial for a healthy economy that supports all. Join us for a conversation about the Federal Reserve Banks of Philadelphia and Cleveland’s Occupational Mobility Explorer (OME) and the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta’s Career Ladder Identifier and Financial Forecaster (CLIFF) tools. The OME sheds light on skills-based career pathways in the US labor market for jobseekers and employers. CLIFF tools help workers understand how career advancement decisions may affect public benefits, taxes, and tax credits. Together, these two tools can help workers and employers identify potential career advancement opportunities and better understand how such trajectories might better position them for greater economic stability.

The session will provide a brief overview of each tool and demonstrate how both can be used together to help inform individuals about their own economic mobility journey. This includes a better understanding of their possible career paths and the potential financial implications of specific occupational choices. Panelists from organizations working to leverage data resources to serve their communities will discuss skills-based hiring, navigating benefits cliffs, and fostering partnerships with employers.

Related resources:

Occupational Mobility Explorer

Career Ladder Identifier and Financial Forecaster

Fed Communities’ Benefits Cliff stories series

Powerful tool helps job seekers chart a path to higher-paying roles

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Speakers

Jill Avery-StossPresident & CEOThe Institute

Tracey EverettDirectorJobs for the Future

Kyle FeePolicy AdvisorFederal Reserve Bank of Cleveland

Mayra NunezProgram and Compliance ManagerCareerSource Central Florida

John ReesSenior Community and Economic Development AdvisorFederal Reserve Bank of Atlanta

Sergio GaleanoCommunity and Economic Development AdvisorFederal Reserve Bank of Atlanta(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.

Amenities and Office Vacancy Rates: What Really Draws Workers Back to the Office?
2026-02-11 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
On Wednesday, February 11, 2026, join the Chicago Fed’s Economic Mobility Project for the virtual event, Amenities and Office Vacancy Rates: What Really Draws Workers Back to the Office? Office vacancy rates remain high across U.S. cities as employers experiment with hybrid work schedules and invest in workplace upgrades meant to lure employees back. But which features matter? Presenting new research, Chicago Fed business economist Martin Lavelle will explore how amenities, building age, and design choices influence office vacancy rates in Chicago, Detroit, and other cities across the nation. Also examining where common assumptions about return-to-office enticements falter, Lavelle will discuss how his recent research challenges some of the most popular narratives in commercial real estate.

The event will begin with framing remarks from Samir Mayekar of the University of Chicago’s Polsky Center. Drawing from his experiences in city government and as an entrepreneur, Mayekar will set the broader context for why office market outcomes matter for developers, tenants, and workers, as well as for downtown vitality. Following Lavelle’s research presentation, there will be a panel discussion. Tracy Hadden Loh of Brookings Metro will offer her views on office markets through a national urban policy and downtown revitalization lens. Amy Binstein of Newmark will share her perspective on current commercial real estate dynamics. And Mayekar will return to connect the research and data to urban development challenges and opportunities in Chicago, Detroit, and other cities. The discussion will be moderated by Danny Ecker, who covers the commercial real estate landscape for Crain’s Chicago Business.

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Collaborative Pathways for Community Development Research: A Networking Event with the St. Louis Fed
2026-02-12 11:30 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis – Little Rock Branch, Stephens Building 111 Center St., Little Rock, Arkansas, 72201, United States
Join us to network with researchers from a range of disciplines and learn about engagement opportunities with the St. Louis Fed. Discover the broad set of community development resources—from programs and research to data tools—available to support your work, including our:

Community Development Research Fellows Program

Community Development Research Seminar Series

Federal Reserve Data Tools

And much, much more

This event will provide an opportunity to build relationships in the field, exchange ideas, and explore potential partnerships with fellow researchers representing multiple disciplines and from across the Fed’s Eighth District.

Lunch will be provided and parking will be validated.

Please feel free to share this event with others in your institution or organization who may be interested. There is no fee to attend the event, but you must register by Monday, Feb. 9.

Who might benefit from attending?

Researchers | Professors

Questions? Contact the 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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Agenda

All times are Central.

The virtual portion of the event will take place from 10-11:30 a.m.

11:30 am CT

Registration and Networking Lunch

12:15 pm CT

Welcome and OverviewMatuschka Lindo Briggs, Senior Vice President and Regional Executive, Federal Reserve Bank of St. LouisWilliam M. Rodgers III, Vice President, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

12:25 pm CT

Overview of Community Development Work at the St. Louis FedNishesh Chalise, Senior Manager, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

1:00 pm CT

Community Development Research Fellows Program Jeffrey Cohen, Professor, University of ConnecticutSean Joe, Professor, Washington University in St. LouisAlice Kassens, Professor, Roanoke College

1:05 pm CT

Current Community Development Research ProjectsNishesh Chalise, Senior Manager, Federal Reserve Bank of St. LouisLiz Deichmann, Senior Researcher, Federal Reserve Bank of St. LouisMike Eggleston, Senior Researcher, Federal Reserve Bank of St. LouisWilliam M. Rodgers III, Vice President, Federal Reserve Bank of St. LouisNicole Sumers-Gabr, Senior Researcher, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

1:50 pm CT

Closing RemarksWilliam M. Rodgers III, Vice President, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

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Where Could Reshoring Manufacturers Find Workers?
2026-02-12 15:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | This is a virtual-only event
In recent decades, manufacturing employment has fallen dramatically in the United States even as it has expanded globally. Policymakers have focused on trying to rebuild America’s manufacturing base through initiatives like the CHIPS and Science Act and new tariff policies. But a crucial question remains: Who will fill these jobs if manufacturing returns to the United States? This Fed Talk will dive into research from the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland that addresses this issue.

Our discussion will highlight pools of potential manufacturing workers, including

Workers who could transition to manufacturing from lower-paying industries such as retail and food service

Young people entering the workforce who could begin careers in manufacturing

Working-age adults not currently in school or the workforce

Panelists will also explore which regions of the country have existing manufacturing clusters, where manufacturing employment has grown recently, and which areas have the strongest potential for workforce expansion. The discussion could help employers, workforce development professionals, and educators prepare for potential reshoring of manufacturing jobs by creating pathways to help people start manufacturing careers.

Panelists will take your questions following the presentation.

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Marcia Ballinger, President, Lorain County Community College

Jacob Duritsky, Vice President, Strategy and Research, TEAM NEO

Annette Vickers, Senior Research Manager, ARM Institute

Stephan Whitaker, Senior Policy Economist, Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland

Moderator

Khaz Finley, Assistant Vice President, Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland

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Regional Economic Conditions: General Business
2026-02-24 09:00 - 09:30 (America/Chicago) | This is a virtual-only event
How are businesses doing currently across the Ninth District, and how do they feel about the near future?

Our Regional Outreach team recently surveyed businesses across the Ninth District to gauge current economic activity and the near-term outlook in different sectors. Join Regional Analyst Haley Chinander for a free webinar discussing the latest results from the January survey of businesses and learn about how they are dealing with current challenges.

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Agenda

9:00 am – 9:05 am CT

Welcome and REC webinar introduction

9:05 am – 9:25 am CT

Survey results

9:25 am – 9:30 am CT

Q&A

9:30 am CT

Webinar concludes

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Using Your Tribal Data to Chart Your Future
2026-03-03 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | This is a virtual-only event
Composite image by Lori Korte/Minneapolis Fed, with images from Getty Images, Ho-Chunk Inc., and Tailyr Irvine

The Survey of Native Nations represents a transformative approach to advancing the quality and availability of tribal financial data to inform tribal decision-making. Working with the Center for Indian Country Development (CICD), tribes that have completed the survey are enhancing their ability to analyze their financial data and communicate their economic contributions in data-informed ways. Built on Indigenous research principles of tribal data sovereignty and reciprocity, the Survey of Native Nations leverages the Federal Reserve System’s secure data infrastructure to protect and steward tribal data.

This webinar will provide tribal leaders, tribal finance practitioners, tribal government services staff, and Native organization leaders with the opportunity to learn how tribes are leveraging this unique data collaboration to advance their data practices. CICD staff will discuss the survey’s flexible design, provide an overview of data-security procedures, and share examples of the data analyses that participating tribes receive. Tribal leaders will share their perspectives on how Native nations can use survey results to advance their individual economic development goals.

Those who are interested in exploring their tribe’s potential participation in the survey will learn how to connect with project leadership or request a briefing for their tribal government.

Speakers will include:

First Assistant Chief Wayne Adkins (Chickahominy Indian Tribe), Chickahominy Indian Tribe

Phil Gover (Northern and Southern Paiute, Pawnee, and Comanche Nations), CICD, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

Casey Lozar (Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes), CICD, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

H Trostle (Cherokee Nation), CICD, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

Vice Chair Crystal Williams (Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana), Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana

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Agenda

1:00 pm – 1:10 pm CT

Welcome and Introduction to the Survey of Native Nations

Speaker: Casey Lozar (Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes), CICD, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

1:10 pm – 1:30 pm CT

Survey Overview

Speaker: Phil Gover (Northern and Southern Paiute, Pawnee, and Comanche Nations), CICD, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

1:30 pm – 1:45 pm CT

A Data-Driven Future: Survey of Native Nations

Moderator: H Trostle (Cherokee Nation), CICD, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

Discussants:

First Assistant Chief Wayne Adkins (Chickahominy Indian Tribe), Chickahominy Indian Tribe

Vice Chair Crystal Williams (Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana), Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana

1:45 pm – 1:58 pm CT

Audience Q&A

Moderator: H Trostle (Cherokee Nation), CICD, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

1:58 pm – 2:00 pm CT

Closing Remarks and Thank You

Speaker: Phil Gover (Northern and Southern Paiute, Pawnee, and Comanche Nations), CICD, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

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Presented by the Center for Indian Country Development at the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, with the Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians, NAFOA, National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development, National Congress of American Indians, and United South and Eastern Tribes.

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Powering AI: Energizing the Future of Artificial Intelligence
2026-03-04 11:30 - 2026-03-05 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, 2200 N Pearl St, Dallas, Texas, 75201, United States
This conference will bring together experts from the energy, technology and financial sectors to discuss how the U.S. will power the advancement of artificial intelligence. As access to affordable and reliable electricity is a leading constraint in the buildout of Generative AI data centers, conference sessions will explore the challenges and opportunities in power generation, supply chains, electric grid management, and financing for large-scale infrastructure projects, among other topics.

This two-day event will address the national implications of advancements in AI for policymakers and industry and market participants.

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Investing in Rural America: Exploring Rural Trends and Why They Matter
2026-03-04 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | This is a virtual-only event
Join us for the third installment of the Investing in Rural America Webinar series, presented by the Richmond Fed’s Center for Rural Economies.

In this session, titled “Exploring Rural Trends and Why They Matter,” we will delve into the demographic shifts shaping rural communities and their implications for economic development, workforce participation, and community planning. Our speakers will share their insights on the latest rural population trends and discuss why understanding these changes is crucial for the future of rural America.

Our speakers will explore:

Recent demographic patterns in rural areas, including population changes, migration trends, and age distribution shifts

The impact of these trends on rural workforce, healthcare, education, and infrastructure needs

How demographic changes influence rural economic development strategies

The importance of data-driven decision making for rural community leaders and policymakers

Register now and secure your spot! Attendees will have the opportunity to submit questions for our speakers throughout the event.

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Collaborative Pathways for Community Development Research: A Networking Event with the St. Louis Fed in Louisville
2026-03-05 11:30 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis – Louisville Branch, PNC Tower 101 S. Fifth St. 19th Floor Conference Room, Louisville, Kentucky, 40202, United States
Join us to network with researchers from a range of disciplines and learn about engagement opportunities with the St. Louis Fed. Discover the broad set of community development resources—from programs and research to data tools—available to support your work, including our:

Community Development Research Fellows Program

Community Development Research Seminar Series

Federal Reserve Data Tools

And much, much more

This event will provide an opportunity to build relationships in the field, exchange ideas, and explore potential partnerships with fellow researchers representing multiple disciplines and from across the Fed’s Eighth District.

Lunch will be provided and parking will be validated.

Please feel free to share this event with others in your institution or organization who may be interested. There is no fee to attend the event, but you must register by Monday, March 2.

Who might benefit from attending?

Researchers | Professors

Questions? Contact the 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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Agenda

All times are Central.

The virtual portion of the event will take place from 10-11:30 a.m.

11:30 am CT

Registration and Networking Lunch

12:15 pm CT

Welcome and OverviewSeema Sheth, Senior Vice President and Regional Executive of the Louisville Branch, Federal Reserve Bank of St. LouisWilliam M. Rodgers III, Vice President, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

12:25 pm CT

Overview of Community Development Work at the St. Louis FedNishesh Chalise, Senior Manager, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

1:00 pm CT

Community Development Research Fellows Program Jeffrey Cohen, Professor, University of ConnecticutAlice Kassens, Professor, Roanoke College

1:05 pm CT

Current Community Development Research ProjectsNishesh Chalise, Senior Manager, Federal Reserve Bank of St. LouisLiz Deichmann, Senior Researcher, Federal Reserve Bank of St. LouisMike Eggleston, Senior Researcher, Federal Reserve Bank of St. LouisWilliam M. Rodgers III, Vice President, Federal Reserve Bank of St. LouisNicole Sumers-Gabr, Senior Researcher, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

1:50 pm CT

Closing RemarksWilliam M. Rodgers III, Vice President, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

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Investor Ownership of Single-Family Rentals in the Twin Cities Region
2026-03-19 10:00 - 10:30 (America/Chicago) | This is a virtual-only event
Investors own an increasing share of single-family rentals over the past two decades. Today, nearly one in 20 single-family homes in the Twin Cities region is investor-owned. While creating more options for renters, the rise of investor-owned homes has reduced opportunities for homeownership, particularly in some neighborhoods. To better understand investor ownership in the Twin Cities region, the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis maintains a data tool that tracks investors’ activities within the metro from 2006 through 2024. Additional analyses reveal how the geography of investor ownership has changed over time. Join our webinar to learn more about both investor-owned rentals and the Minneapolis Fed’s data tool.

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9:00 am – 9:05 am CT

Welcome and introduction

Speaker: Libby Starling

10:05 am – 10:12 am CT

Overview of the Minneapolis Fed’s Investor Ownership Dashboard

Presenter: Maxine Xu

10:12 am – 10:20 am CT

Key Trends in Investor Ownership in the Twin Citites Region

Presenter: Ben Horowitz

10:20 am – 10:28 am CT

Audience Q&A

Moderator: Libby Starling

10:30 am CT

Closing Remarks

Speaker: Libby Starling

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College Degrees and the Labor Market: Long-Run Trends and Recent Challenges for Young Graduates
2026-03-20 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | This is a virtual-only event
For decades, a college degree was a reliable ticket to faster job placement, lower unemployment, and rising wages. But something fundamental shifted around the year 2000, and the consequences are only now becoming fully visible.

Join us for a discussion of new research from the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland that reveals a major transformation in the American labor market. Using nearly 50 years of data, researchers Alexander Cline and Barış Kaymak examine how the economic forces in the labor market that once strongly favored college-educated workers have shifted over the past several decades—and how young college graduates have lost their long-standing advantage in finding jobs faster.

What you’ll discover:

Why the unemployment gap between young high school and college graduates has hit its lowest level since the late 1970s—and why this isn’t just a postpandemic phenomenon

How growth in labor demand switched from “college-biased” to “education-neutral” after the year 2000, ending decades of college-biased growth

What advantages college graduates retain despite their struggles with initial job placement and why the story is more nuanced than “college degrees don’t matter anymore”

This research documents significant shifts in how education relates to labor market outcomes over the past several decades. The findings raise important questions about the changing nature of work, education, and economic opportunity.

The speaker will take your questions following the presentation.

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Speakers

Barış Kaymak, Economic and Policy Advisor, Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland

Moderator

Amy Morona, Higher Education Reporter, Signal Ohio

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2026 National Community Investment Conference
2026-03-23 08:00 - 2026-03-26 17:00 (America/Phoenix) | Phoenix Convention Center, 100 N 3rd St, Phoenix, Arizona, 85004
Thank you for your interest in the 2026 National Community Investment Conference. You may also be interested in these community development publications from the Federal Reserve System.

The premier conference for community development is headed to Arizona! The 2026 program, Innovations in Public-Private Partnership, will highlight strategies for advancing economic opportunity through access to credit, investment, and financial services, with a focus on effective partnership models.Attendees will hear about successful approaches for attracting and deploying capital in a variety of sessions tailored to financial institutions, community organizations, and public entities who are striving to meet the needs of the communities they serve.

What to expect:•  Discussions about emerging opportunities for community investment.•  Valuable perspectives from leaders across the community development field.•  Practical insights on the Community Reinvestment Act for financial institutions.•  Networking opportunities to meet and connect with peers.

Conference sessions explore a variety of topics and offer expert insights on emerging trends and best practices in community development.

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Registration fees

Financial Institutions and For-Profit Organizations$1295 per person

Government and Regulatory Agencies$695 per person

Nonprofit Organizations$495 per person

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All registration fees are per person. Fees increase by $100 per person after March 2, 2026.

Sponsored by the Federal Reserve Banks of San Francisco, St. Louis, Richmond, Philadelphia, New York, Minneapolis, Kansas City, Dallas, Cleveland, Chicago, Boston, and Atlanta, Fed Communities, and the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.

Formerly known as the NICRC, the National Community Investment Conference has served for over 30 years as a platform for the community development field to convene around practical strategies, emerging trends, and successful case studies.

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Rural Community Action Assembly: Rural Health Funding and Community Readiness
2026-03-24 14:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | This is a virtual-only event
The Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program currently has up to $193 million available for investment in rural areas in Pennsylvania. Beginning in 2026, this five-year federal program aims to expand workforce opportunities, improve health outcomes, and catalyze resilient economic growth in rural communities.

The RHT Program is designed to invest in three important areas:

People – Develop your local workforce with new skills and opportunities.

Technology – Bring cutting-edge tools and resources to rural healthcare and beyond.

Innovation – Test bold new strategies that promote sustainable care models for years to come.

What makes this different? This funding is designed to spark collaboration across sectors — connecting healthcare with education, business, technology, and economic and workforce development. When these sectors work together, rural communities can be better positioned to adapt to changes in the economy.

Join us to discover:

how your organization may be able to leverage this funding;

real strategies for developing cross-sector partnerships that are innovative and sustainable; and

ways to position your community for long-term economic resilience

Who Should Attend?This event is for rural economic or workforce development corporations, rural chambers of commerce, nonprofits working with low- and moderate-income communities, and local officials who want to learn more about this funding.

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About This SeriesThe Rural Community Action Assembly launched in 2020 to promote economic resilience and workforce development in rural Pennsylvania. Cohosted by the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia and Penn State’s Center for Economic and Community Development, this year’s series is free but requires registration. A video recording and event materials will be made available after the sessions. Participants can engage with peers, and all attendees are encouraged to join the conversation.

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

Speakers will include:

Lisa Davis, Director, Pennsylvania Office of Rural Health (Moderator)

Jesse Ergott, Chief Advancement Officer, AllOne Foundation

Alan Morgan, CEO, National Rural Health Association

Karin Rhodes, Special Advisor, Pennsylvania Department of Human Services

Janice Walters, CEO, Rural Health Redesign Center

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Human Capital in a Time of Low Real Rates
2026-03-31 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | This is a virtual-only event
On Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. CT, join the Chicago Fed’s Economic Mobility Project for a virtual event, Human Capital in a Time of Low Real Rates, examining how low interest rate environments impact human capital investment and opportunity. The event will begin with framing remarks from Dr. Tamara Hoff Pope, Chief Strategy Officer for Chicago Scholars. Chicago Fed economist, Jung Sakong will present findings from his paper, Human Capital in a Time of Low Real Rates. The paper develops a macroeconomic framework linking persistently low real interest rates to differences in human capital investment across families and examines how these dynamics affect long-run labor market outcomes and intergenerational economic mobility.

Following the research presentation, a moderated panel discussion will explore the policy implications of these findings, including what they mean for education systems, workforce development, and efforts to expand economic opportunity in low-rate environments. Panelists will include:

Elizabeth Akers, Senior Fellow, American Enterprise Institute

Jonathan Rothwell, Principal Economist, Gallup

Marie Lynn Miranda, Chancellor, University of Illinois Chicago

The discussion will be moderated by Samantha Chatman, weekend anchor for ABC7 Chicago.

Registration Deadline: March 31, 2026

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Place-Based Strategies: Strengthening Local Economies in Low-Income Communities
2026-04-02 15:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | This is a virtual-only event
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Where an individual lives can play a role in shaping their employment opportunities and interactions. While issues related to where a person is located have been overshadowed by issues related to an individual’s personal circumstances, this is starting to shift. In this seminar, we’ll bring together experts from research and policy to discuss how location affects job markets and can contribute to income inequality.

Introductory speakers

Angelyque CampbellSenior Associate DirectorFederal Reserve Board of Governors

Heidi KaplanLead Community Development AnalystFederal Reserve Board of Governors(moderator)

Panel speakers

Tim BartikCo-Director and Senior EconomistPolicies for Place Research CenterUpjohn Institute for Employment Research

Dana InmanPresident and CEOAtlanta Center for Self Sufficiency (ACSS) andChair, Metro Atlanta eXchange for Workforce Solutions

Emily Parker, Ph. D.Assistant ProfessorEdward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public PolicyRutgers University

2026 Federal Reserve Community Development Research Seminar Series

Where people live can affect their financial well-being and job prospects. This is especially true for residents of lower-income neighborhoods. Join us for the 2026 Federal Reserve Community Development Research Seminar Series, Place-Based Strategies: Strengthening Local Economies.

In this year’s three seminars, experts will share their research on job market conditions, the impact of community-focused strategies, and how investments can help local economies thrive.

Join us to explore how research and effective strategies can create opportunities that benefit local communities as a whole.

Addtional events:

Place-Based Strategies: Strengthening Rural Economies through Investment

Place-Based Strategies: Strengthening Local Economies through Labor Market Policies

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District Dialogues: How is the Economy, Really?
2026-04-07 08:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, Baltimore Branch, 502 S. Sharp Street, Baltimore, Maryland, 21201, United States
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 at the Baltimore Branch of the Richmond Fed, will focus on the state of the economy with particular attention to Maryland and the greater Washington, D.C. 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.

Whether you’re a business owner, community leader, policymaker, or simply interested in our local economy, this event will help connect national economic dynamics to local realities and offer practical insights into where the economy stands now and where it may be headed next.

This event is free to attend, but you must RSVP to secure your spot.

Registration Deadlines:

In Person: March 31, 2026

Virtual: April 7, 2026

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Speakers

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

John O’Trakoun, Senior Policy Economist, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond

Jennifer Vey, Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer, Greater Baltimore Committee

Daraius Irani, Vice President of Business and Public Engagement, Towson University

Agenda

8:30am – 9:00 am ET

Continental Breakfast and Networking

In Person

9:00 am – 10:30 am ET

Economic Update, Panel Discussion and Audience Q&A

In Person and Virutal Audiences

10:30 am – 11:00 am ET

Closing Remarks and Networking

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Investing in Rural America: The Role of Community Colleges in Rural Workforce Development
2026-04-08 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | This is a virtual-only event
Community colleges play a critical role in expanding economic opportunity, particularly in rural communities. Join the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond’s Center for Rural Economies for a virtual conversation exploring how community colleges are helping to strengthen rural workforce development and support local economies.

Each year, the Richmond Fed conducts the Survey of Community College Outcomes with the goal of providing a more holistic look at how community colleges are preparing their students for the workforce. The webinar will start by reviewing this year’s results and their implications. Following the presentation, community college presidents from rural-serving institutions will share their perspectives on building workforce pipelines, partnering with local employers, and supporting student success in their communities.

Together, the speakers will discuss the opportunities and barriers facing rural workforce development, as well as innovative strategies community colleges are using to connect students with in-demand careers within their communities.

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Investment Connection - Nebraska 2026
2026-04-09 11:30 - 13:45 (America/Chicago) | West Virginia
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 Nebraska. 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 a 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

Rachael SurmickCommunity Development AdvisorFederal Reserve Bank of Kansas CityOmaha Branchrachael.surmick@kc.frb.org

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Connecting Communities: Unlocking the Voice of Small Businesses: New Insights from the 2025 Small Business Credit Survey
2026-04-09 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
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The  Small Business Credit Survey (SBCS) has been administered nationally since 2016 by the 12 Federal Reserve Banks in collaboration with a network of hundreds of community and business groups throughout the country. The SBCS gathers information from thousands of small-business owners on business conditions and characteristics, credit experiences, and owner demographics. It continues to be the largest national dataset of its kind, and its reports provide awareness of small business challenges and how owners respond to them.

Join us for an in-depth look at findings from the newly released 2026 Report on Employer Firms. During this webinar, we’ll explore key insights from the 2025 Small Business Credit Survey, including:

Business financing needs

Credit approval outcomes and challenges

Customer dynamics and trade activity

Adoption of artificial intelligence

Whether you work directly with small businesses, support economic development efforts, or are simply interested in understanding today’s small business landscape, this session will provide timely, data-driven perspectives.

Attendees will also have the opportunity to engage directly with the report’s authors during a live Q&A session, bringing deeper context and clarity to the findings.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain actionable insights into the challenges and opportunities shaping small businesses nationwide.

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Speakers

Allison ClarkProject ManagerSmall Business Credit SurveyFederal Reserve Bank of Cleveland

Hal MartinPolicy Economist and DirectorSmall Business Credit SurveyFederal Reserve Bank of Cleveland

Ann Marie WierschPrincipal and Senior Policy AnalystFederal Reserve Bank of Cleveland

Sergio GaleanoCommunity and Economic Development AdvisorFederal Reserve Bank of Atlanta(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.

Navigating Labor Market Trends: College and Career Readiness Resources for Educators
2026-04-13 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | This is a virtual-only event
Federal Reserve Education Webinar in Recognition of National Financial Literacy Month

Join Federal Reserve Education in recognizing National Financial Literacy Month by participating in an engaging and informative webinar designed to equip educators with the tools and knowledge to prepare students for success in today’s dynamic workforce. This webinar offers practical insights into labor market trends and shares ready-to-use resources for college and career readiness.

There is no cost to attend, but registration is required by April 13, 9 a.m. ET. A recording will be available for registrants unable to attend the live webinar.

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Speakers

Justin Shadley, Senior Business Analyst, Research, Regional Economic Information Network, Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta – Nashville Branch

Sarah Gunn, Outreach Manager, Community Development, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond

Andrea Caceres-Santamaria, Senior Economic Education Specialist, Research Economic Education, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

Event Contacts

General Event InformationLesley Mace, Outreach Senior Advisor, Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta – Birmingham Branch

Event Technology & ConnectivityAmanda Geiger, Senior Economic Education Specialist, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

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Fed Talk: Amplifying Voices with the Small Business Credit Survey
2026-04-15 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Join us for a discussion of the latest Small Business Credit Survey (SBCS), administered in fall 2025, and the key findings from the recently released 2026 Report on Employer Firms: Findings from the 2025 Small Business Credit Survey.

Through the presentation, you will discover the key trends impacting small businesses, including

Their revenue and employment growth and expectations for future growth

Where owners are seeking funding and whether they can meet their financing needs

The impacts of changes in international trade and availability of artificial intelligence (AI) tools

The SBCS has been administered nationally since 2016 by the 12 Federal Reserve Banks in collaboration with community and business groups throughout the country. The survey gathers information from thousands of small business owners on business conditions and characteristics, credit experiences, and owner demographics. It continues to be the largest national dataset of its kind.

Speakers will take your questions after the presentation.

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Speakers

Hal Martin, Policy Economist and SBCS Director, Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland

Ann Marie Wiersch, Senior Policy Advisor, Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland

Moderator

Allison Clark, SBCS Project Manager, Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland

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Investment Connection - Oklahoma 2026
2026-04-16 11:30 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City – Oklahoma City Branch, Leadership Square, 211 N Robinson Avenue #300, Oklahoma City, OK, 73102, United States
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

Jennifer ChadwickCommunity Development AdvisorFederal Reserve Bank of Kansas CityOklahoma City Branchjennifer.chadwick@kc.frb.org

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Investment Connection - New Mexico 2026
2026-05-07 11:30 - 14:00 (America/Denver) | West Virginia
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 New Mexico. 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 a 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

Ariel CisnerosCommunity Development AdvisorFederal Reserve Bank of Kansas CityDenver Branchariel.cisneros@kc.frb.org

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