The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, in collaboration with the Southwestern Commission Council of Governments and Land of Sky Regional Council, will host a convening, One Year Later: Partnerships and Successes in WNC on October 8, 2025. This event will showcase the region’s progress within small business, infrastructure, and workforce one year after Hurricane Helene. With state and regional leaders, small business owners, and community-based organizations, we will explore best practices and innovative solutions.


