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SUMMARY:District Dialogues: What's Next for the Economy of the Carolinas?
DESCRIPTION:The Richmond Fed’s District Dialogues series brings together economists\, regional leaders\, and community stakeholders for timely conversations about the economy. \n\n\n\nThis session\, held at the Charlotte Branch of the Richmond Fed\, will examine where the economy stands at mid-year\, with a special focus on the Charlotte metro area and the broader Carolinas region. Richmond Fed economists and local experts will share fresh perspectives on regional growth patterns\, workforce dynamics\, price trends\, and changes across industries. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a business owner\, community leader\, policymaker\, or simply curious about economic shifts in the Carolinas\, this afternoon session will help you understand how national economic forces are playing out locally and what to watch for in the months ahead. \n\n\n\nThis event is free to attend\, but you must RSVP to secure your spot. \n\n\n\nRegistration Deadlines:  \n\n\n\nIn Person: June 29\, 2026 \n\n\n\nVirtual: July 6\, 2026 \n\n\n\nDiscover more conversations on the most pressing economic issues – explore the complete District Dialogues series. \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\n\n\nMatt Martin\, Regional Executive\, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond\n\n\n\nLaura Ullrich\, Director of Economic Research\, Indeed\n\n\n\nBethany Greene\, Regional Economist\, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2:30 pm – 3:00 pm ET \n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration and Refreshments\n\n\n\nIn Person \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n3:00 pm – 4:30 pm ET \n\n\n\n\n\nEconomic Update\, Panel Discussion and Audience Q&A\n\n\n\nIn Person and Virutal Audiences \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n4:30 pm – 5:00 pm ET \n\n\n\n\n\nClosing Remarks and Networking\n\n\n\nIn Person \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nThis is a hybrid event with in-person and virtual attendance options.
URL:https://fedcommunities.org/event/district-dialogues-whats-next-economy-carolinas/
LOCATION:Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond\, Charlotte Branch\, 530 East Trade Street\, Charlotte\, North Carolina\, 28202
CATEGORIES:District Dialogues
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SUMMARY:Next-Gen Financial Inclusion
DESCRIPTION:The Federal Reserve Board will host its third annual Financial Inclusion Conference\, “Next-Gen Financial Inclusion\,” on July 14 in Washington\, D.C. The event will feature speeches\, presentations\, and discussions on various financial inclusion topics with Federal Reserve leaders\, academics\, industry stakeholders\, consumer and community organizations\, and thought leaders. \n\n\n\nThe conference will be webcast at www.federalreserve.gov and www.youtube.com/federalreserve. \n\n\n\nThis event is by invitation only. Members of the press who wish to attend should contact Public Affairs at media@frb.gov. \n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation
URL:https://fedcommunities.org/event/next-gen-financial-inclusion/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Fed Talk: The Crises That Led to the Fed's Creation: Monetary Policy in American History
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a journey through the history of American monetary policy—including the crises that led to the Federal Reserve’s formation—with Owen Humpage\, Cleveland Fed economist emeritus. \n\n\n\nThe 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.  \n\n\n\nThe Federal Reserve (or “the Fed”)\, America’s central bank\, was established by Congress in 1913 mainly to conduct monetary policy. But how were these policy decisions handled before the Fed existed? \n\n\n\nWhat you’ll discover\n\n\n\nHumpage will take guests across the tumultuous monetary policy landscape of the 19th and early 20th centuries\, including \n\n\n\n\n\nThe institutions that conducted monetary policy before the Fed’s creation such as the nation’s first quasi-central banks\, the US Treasury\, and even a private bank organization—and why all of them were unsuccessful.\n\n\n\nThe various economic and political crises that forced America’s monetary function to evolve.\n\n\n\nHow the Fed was designed to help prevent future crises\, including the importance of credibility\, clear guidelines\, and Fed independence to monetary policy.\n\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re curious about pre-Fed monetary policy or just into history\, this is your chance to hear from an expert who spent his career at the Fed and who’s still studying its origins. No economics degree required—just bring your curiosity! \n\n\n\nHumpage will answer questions during the question-and-answer portion of the event. Attendees can also submit questions in advance through the registration form. \n\n\n\nSpeakers will take your questions after the presentation. \n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\n\n\nOwen F. Humpage\, economist emeritus\, Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland\n\n\n\n\n\nModerator\n\n\n\n\n\nChuck Soder\, senior media relations specialist\, Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 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.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nThis is a hybrid event with in-person and virtual attendance options.
URL:https://fedcommunities.org/event/fed-talk-crises-led-feds-creation-monetary-policy-american-history/
LOCATION:Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland\, 1455 E 6th Street\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fed Talk
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SUMMARY:Collaborative Pathways for Community Development Research: A Networking Event with the St. Louis Fed in Memphis
DESCRIPTION: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:      \n\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Development Research Fellows Program\n\n\n\nCommunity Development Research Seminar Series\n\n\n\nFederal Reserve Data Tools\n\n\n\nAnd much\, much more\n\n\n\n\n\nThis 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.  \n\n\n\nLunch will be provided and parking will be validated. \n\n\n\nPlease 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 Friday\, July 31.  \n\n\n\nWho might benefit from attending?\n\n\n\nResearchers | Professors  \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact the Community Development team at communitydevelopment@stls.frb.org. \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\nAll times are Central. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11:30 am CT \n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration and Networking Lunch \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n12:00 pm CT \n\n\n\n\n\nWelcome and OverviewDouglas Scarboro\, Senior Vice President and Regional Executive of the Memphis Branch\, Federal Reserve Bank of St. LouisSydney Diavua\, Vice President and Community Affairs Officer\, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n12:10 pm CT \n\n\n\n\n\nOverview of Community Development Work at the St. Louis FedNishesh Chalise\, Senior Manager\, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n12:30 pm CT \n\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Development Research Fellows Program Jeffrey Cohen\, Professor\, University of ConnecticutAlice Kassens\, Professor\, Roanoke College \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n12:35 pm CT \n\n\n\n\n\nAudience Research Interests and Projects \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n12:55 pm CT \n\n\n\n\n\nCurrent 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 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1:15 pm CT \n\n\n\n\n\nSmall Business Credit SurveyNorman Jones III\, Community Development Advisor\, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1:25 pm CT \n\n\n\n\n\nClosing RemarksWilliam M. Rodgers III\, Vice President\, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation
URL:https://fedcommunities.org/event/collaborative-pathways-community-development-research-networking-event-st-louis-fed-memphis/
LOCATION:University of Memphis FedEx Institute of Technology\, 365 Fogelman Drive\, Memphis\, Tennessee\, 38152\, United States
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SUMMARY:Connecting Communities: Understanding Benefits Cliffs: Evidence\, Insights\, and Open Questions
DESCRIPTION:Benefits cliffs are increasingly recognized as a critical barrier to economic mobility in communities across the country. When a raise\, promotion\, or new job pushes an individual or family above eligibility thresholds for public benefits\, the result can be a net financial loss. This creates difficult choices for workers\, employers\, and policymakers. \n\n\n\nAs awareness of benefits cliffs grows\, so does momentum around research\, policy innovation\, and community-driven solutions. This webinar will bring together researchers and practitioners to explore the latest evidence on how benefits cliffs affect workforce participation and economic opportunity\, highlight promising strategies emerging from innovative pilots\, and identify priorities for future research. \n\n\n\nDuring this event\, participants will learn more about \n\n\n\n\n\nkey research findings on how benefits cliffs affect employment and advancement decisions for workers and job seekers\,\n\n\n\nlearnings from innovative pilot programs designed to reduce the impact of benefits cliffs\, and\n\n\n\na research agenda that can inform more effective\, equitable solutions for policymakers\, community-based organizations\, and employers.\n\n\n\n\n\nRelated resources: \n\n\n\n\n\nWhat Are Benefits Cliffs?\n\n\n\nThe Research Landscape for Benefits Cliffs: Reviewing the Benefits Cliffs Research\n\n\n\nBenefits Cliff Story Series – Fed Communities\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKeith BarnesSenior DirectorBeyond the Cliff\, Martha O’Bryan Center \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnna FogelVice President\, Impact AdvisorySocial Finance \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnna HillAssociate Director of Research DevelopmentMaxwell X Lab\, Syracuse University \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJohn OlsonAssistant Professor of InstructionNorthwestern University School of Education and Social Policy \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlex RuderAssistant Vice PresidentCommunity and Economic DevelopmentFederal Reserve Bank of Atlanta \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSergio GaleanoAdviserCommunity and Economic DevelopmentFederal Reserve Bank of Atlantamoderator \n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Connecting Communities®\n\n\n\nReal people. Real research. Real conversations. \n\n\n\nConnecting 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.  \n\n\n\nHave questions about the program? Contact us. 
URL:https://fedcommunities.org/event/connecting-communities-understanding-benefits-cliffs-evidence-insights-open-questions/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Connecting Communities
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SUMMARY:Investment Connection - Kansas and Western Missouri 2026
DESCRIPTION: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 Kansas and Missouri. Funding requests typically range from $25\,000 to $2.5 million\, and geographic target areas range from single community developments to statewide efforts. \n\n\n\nTypical proposals address: \n\n\n\n\n\nAffordable Housing\n\n\n\nAsset Building\, Financial Access\, Capability and Empowerment\n\n\n\nBroadband Services / Digital Inclusion\n\n\n\nCommunity Services and Facilities\n\n\n\nDisaster Relief\n\n\n\nSmall Business Development / Microlending\n\n\n\nWorkforce Development / Economic Development\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenters 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. \n\n\n\nFor 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’. \n\n\n\nWho should attend\n\n\n\nThis event is for the funding community including: \n\n\n\n\n\nfinancial institutions\n\n\n\nfoundations\n\n\n\nphilanthropists\n\n\n\nlocal\, state and federal government\n\n\n\n\n\nTo participate\, please contact\n\n\n\nMarisa MartinezCommunity Development AdvisorFederal Reserve Bank of Kansas CityKansas Citymarisa.martinez@kc.frb.org \n\n\n\nPresented by\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation
URL:https://fedcommunities.org/event/investment-connection-kansas-western-missouri-2026/
LOCATION:Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City\, 1 Memorial Drive\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64198\, United States
CATEGORIES:Investment Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T133000
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SUMMARY:Place-Based Strategies: Strengthening Local Economies Through Labor Market Policies
DESCRIPTION:Place plays an important role in the economic outcomes of residents. Place-based strategies have long been used  to address employment and mobility barriers in lower-income communities. However\, evidence on the effectiveness of such initiatives has been mixed. Researchers in this seminar will examine the impact of workforce development programs\, share ideas to improve them\, and offer insights to help inform future strategies. \n\n\n\n2026 Federal Reserve Community Development Research Seminar Series\n\n\n\nWhere 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. \n\n\n\nIn 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. \n\n\n\nJoin us to explore how research and effective strategies can create opportunities that benefit local communities as a whole. \n\n\n\nAddtional events: \n\n\n\n\n\nPlace-Based Strategies: Strengthening Local Economies in Low-Income Communities\n\n\n\nPlace-Based Strategies: Strengthening Rural Economies through Investment\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIntroductory speaker\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKaren Leone de NieCommunity Affairs Officer and Vice President of Community and Economic DevelopmentFederal Reserve Bank of Atlanta \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nSeminar Facilitators\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlexander RuderAssistant Vice President\, Community and Economic Development Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdam ScavetteCommunity Development Economic AdvisorFederal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia \n\n\n\n\n\nPanelists\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMatthew FreedmanDean’s Professor and Chair\, Department of EconomicsUniversity of California\, Irvine \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAshley PalmerAssociate ProfessorTexas Christian University \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLaura Peck\, Ph.D.Associate Professor\, Rutgers University Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning & Public Policy and Principal Faculty Fellow at the Heldrich Center for Workforce Development \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBrett TheodosDirector\, Center for Local Finance and GrowthHousing and Communities DivisionUrban Institute \n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation
URL:https://fedcommunities.org/event/place-based-strategies-strengthening-local-economies-labor-market-policies/
LOCATION:This is a virtual-only event
CATEGORIES:Federal Reserve Research Seminar Series
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SUMMARY:Workforce Solutions Learning Lab: The Case for Quality Jobs\, Skills-Based Hiring and Apprenticeships
DESCRIPTION:Struggling to fill open positions? Facing high turnover? You’re not alone. Join workforce development leaders from across Arkansas and Oklahoma for a learning lab focused on hiring strategies that drive retention\, results\, and labor force resilience both locally and regionally. \n\n\n\nExplore data-driven tools for career advancement and skills development. Discover steps you can take to strengthen workforce initiatives in your organization or community. This highly interactive session will equip you with practical solutions you can put to work. \n\n\n\nThis learning lab is designed to move beyond discussion and help employers explore practical solutions to workforce challenges.  \n\n\n\nRegistration dealine: Monday\, Aug. 10\, 2026. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact the Community Development team at communitydevelopment@stls.frb.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat will you gain?\n\n\n\n\n\nApprenticeship resources—Get access to strategies and tools to launch or expand apprenticeship programs in your organization\n\n\n\nData-driven workforce insights—Understand more about how skills-based approaches can help employers staff the hardest-to-fill jobs in the Fort Smith\, Ark.\, and northeast Oklahoma region\n\n\n\nJob quality solutions—Discover how public benefits intersect with job quality and what you can do to help workers move beyond the benefits cliff\n\n\n\nReal employer examples—Learn from real-world case studies of skills-based hiring and apprenticeship strategies being used successfully by employers\n\n\n\nInteractive problem-solving—Participate in guided table discussions that turn ideas into practical strategies you can apply in your own organization\n\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend?\n\n\n\n\n\nHR managers and talent acquisition leaders\n\n\n\nManufacturing plant operations managers\n\n\n\nBusiness owners and executives\n\n\n\nWorkforce development professionals\n\n\n\nAnyone tackling hiring or retention challenges\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation
URL:https://fedcommunities.org/event/workforce-solutions-learning-lab-fort-smith-arkansas/
LOCATION:Peak Innovation Center\, 5900 Painter Lane\, Fort Smith\, Arkansas\, 72903\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260818T110000
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SUMMARY:Financing Opportunities to Strengthen Nevada’s Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:The Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco and the Nevada Small Business Development Center (NVSBDC) invite you to an in-person event designed to strengthen collaborative partnerships and enhance Nevada’s small business ecosystem. Join us on August 18 from 11:00am-2:00pm at the West Las Vegas Library as we bring together key stakeholders to bridge the gap between capital providers\, technical assistance organizations\, and the businesses they serve.  \n\n\n\nWho Should Attend\n\n\n\n\n\nNevada bankers and lending institutions\n\n\n\nCommunity Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs)\n\n\n\nNonprofit organizations supporting small businesses\n\n\n\nGovernment agencies focused on small business development\n\n\n\nAlternative lenders and capital providers\n\n\n\nSmall Business technical assistance providers \n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda Highlights\n\n\n\nParticipants will gain practical knowledge about current bank underwriting standards and lending environments. The event emphasizes identifying partnership opportunities that can collectively improve small businesses’ ability to access needed capital. Hear directly from regional bankers and alternative lenders about: \n\n\n\n\n\nAvailable lending products and programs\n\n\n\nCommon barriers to extending credit\n\n\n\nCurrent market conditions and trends\n\n\n\nNon-traditional lending products and solutions \n\n\n\n\n\nThe program also includes a presentation of key findings from both the Federal Reserve Small Business Credit Survey and the NVSBDC Small Business Challenges Survey\, providing insights into small business credit needs and challenges and how small businesses are adopting artificial intelligence (AI). The event will conclude with a facilitated discussion on opportunities for partnerships and collaboration to better serve Nevada’s small business community. \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation
URL:https://fedcommunities.org/event/financing-opportunities-strengthen-nevadas-small-businesses/
LOCATION:West Las Vegas Library\, 1861 N. Martin Luther King Blvd\, Las Vegas\, Nevada\, 89106\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260910T113000
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SUMMARY:Investment Connection - Colorado 2026
DESCRIPTION: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 Colorado. Funding requests range from $25\,000 to $2.5 million\, and geographic target areas range from single community developments to statewide efforts. \n\n\n\nTypical proposals address: \n\n\n\n\n\nAffordable Housing\n\n\n\nAsset Building\, Financial Access\, Capability and Empowerment\n\n\n\nBroadband Services / Digital Inclusion\n\n\n\nCommunity Services and Facilities\n\n\n\nDisaster Relief\n\n\n\nSmall Business Development / Microlending\n\n\n\nWorkforce Development / Economic Development\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenters 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. \n\n\n\nFor 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’. \n\n\n\nWho should attend\n\n\n\nThis event is for the funding community including: \n\n\n\n\n\nfinancial institutions\n\n\n\nfoundations\n\n\n\nphilanthropists\n\n\n\nlocal\, state and federal government\n\n\n\n\n\nTo participate\, please contact\n\n\n\nAriel CisnerosSenior AdvisorFederal Reserve Bank of Kansas CityDenver Branchariel.cisneros@kc.frb.org \n\n\n\nPresented by\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation
URL:https://fedcommunities.org/event/investment-connection-colorado-2026/
LOCATION:Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City – Denver Branch\, 1020 16th Street Mal\, Denver\, Colorado\, 80202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Investment Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T160000
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SUMMARY:2026 Investing in Rural America Conference
DESCRIPTION:Rural America is defined not by a single story\, but by resilience\, innovation and deep-rooted community assets. This year’s Investing in Rural America Conference\, themed  “The Strength of Rural Places\,” highlights the people\, institutions and local strategies that power rural economies and sustain long-term prosperity. By centering the unique assets of rural places\, the conference will explore how tailored\, place-based approaches can unlock opportunity\, expand collaboration\, and support vibrant communities across the nation. \n\n\n\nThis year the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond is partnering with the Federal Reserve System and Rural LISC to bring together community development practitioners\, financial institutions\, policymakers\, researchers\, and rural leaders for this important dialogue. \n\n\n\nThis year’s conference will showcase innovative strategies for rural prosperity across several key areas: \n\n\n\n\n\nEconomic development\n\n\n\nSmall business development\n\n\n\nFinancial inclusion\n\n\n\nWorkforce pathways\n\n\n\nAnd more!\n\n\n\n\n\nThis conference creates a valuable space for attendees to: \n\n\n\n\n\nConnect with influential rural stakeholders from across the nation\n\n\n\nLearn about cutting-edge approaches to rural economic vitality\n\n\n\nEngage in discussions that shape the future of rural America\n\n\n\n\n\nOur new venue\, the historic Omni Grove Park Inn\, offers a stunning backdrop for collaboration and inspiration\, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Asheville\, North Carolina. \n\n\n\nSpace is limited at this year’s conference\, and we anticipate slots will fill up fast. We highly recommend registering early to hold your spot.  \n\n\n\nEarly Bird Registration Deadline: July 7\, 2026 \n\n\n\nGeneral Register Deadline: September 16\, 2026. \n\n\n\nFor more information about our ongoing work in supporting small towns and rural communities\, visit our Center for Rural Economies page. \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend\n\n\n\nPolicymakers\, community representatives\, business executives\, nonprofit leaders\, investors\, workforce development professionals. \n\n\n\nEarly Bird Registration Fees:\n\n\n\nGeneral Admission $450Non-Profit / Government $350Student $200 \n\n\n\nRegistration Fees:\n\n\n\nGeneral Admission $550Non-Profit / Government $450Student $300 \n\n\n\nPresented by\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation
URL:https://fedcommunities.org/event/2026-investing-rural-america-conference/
LOCATION:Omni Grove Park Inn\, 290 Macon Avenue\, Ashville\, North Carolina\, 28804\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205355Z
CREATED:20260423T160719Z
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SUMMARY:Advancing Apprenticeships: Fostering a Strong-Talent Economy​
DESCRIPTION:Interested in cutting-edge models and approaches for advancing apprenticeship programs? Save the date for our one-day conference organized around exploring this path to a stronger workforce. You will: \n\n\n\n\n\nHear how apprenticeship models provide opportunities for workers to develop skills and connect with employers in industries requiring skilled labor\n\n\n\nGain actionable strategies for developing\, scaling and sustaining apprenticeship programs that address business needs and promote economic prosperity\n\n\n\n\n\nAttendees will leave with practical tools\, valuable connections and renewed inspiration for building apprenticeships that bridge the gap between potential and opportunity\, fostering pathways to economic security for individuals while meeting the evolving demands of regional economies. \n\n\n\nStay tuned for additional details when registration opens in late spring. \n\n\n\nWho might benefit from attending?\n\n\n\nEmployers and Business Leaders |  Workforce Development Boards | Economic Development Organizations | Educational Institutions | Vocational and Technical Training Institutions \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact the Community Development team at communitydevelopment@stls.frb.org. \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation
URL:https://fedcommunities.org/event/advancing-apprenticeships-fostering-strong-talent-economy/
LOCATION:Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis\, 1 Federal Reserve Bank Plaza\, St. Louis\, Missouri\, 63102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T173000
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SUMMARY:Making Missing Markets: Catalyzing Capital and Igniting Innovation
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, November 18\, 2026\, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York will host a hybrid event as part of the Making Missing Markets Initiative\, an effort to foster and improve markets channeling investments into under-resourced communities.   \n\n\n\nInvestments to improve communities’ economic opportunities across sectors are typically fragmented. Moreover\, they fail to attract private capital at a scale commensurate with the size of the problem. The Making Missing Markets Initiative seeks to change this dynamic and improve well-being across all communities\, especially low- and moderate-income communities. \n\n\n\nThis event will include speakers and panelists who are developing new business models that better address the root causes of communities’ challenges. This event 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.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAudience\n\n\n\nThis event is open to the public.  \n\n\n\nMedia\n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n\nPresented by\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nThis is a hybrid event. 
URL:https://fedcommunities.org/event/making-missing-markets-catalyzing-capital-igniting-innovation/
LOCATION:Federal Reserve Bank of New York\, 33 Liberty Street\, New York\, NY\, 10045\, United States
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