District Dialogues: How Is the Economy, Really?
Hosted by the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
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Ready to get the real story behind today’s economy? The Richmond Fed’s District Dialogues series brings together regional leaders, practitioners and community stakeholders for timely conversations about the economy. These events provide accessible, data-driven insights into current economic conditions and emerging trends shaping communities across the Fifth District.
This session, held the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, will focus on the state of the national economy with insights from Virginia and the Richmond metro area. Richmond Fed economists and local industry leaders will share the latest analysis on growth, labor markets, inflation and regional dynamics, and discuss what these trends mean for local businesses, workers and communities.
This event is free to attend, but you must RSVP to secure your spot.
Speakers
Renee Haltom
Vice President and Regional Executive,
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
Stephen Hartka
Senior Vice President, Marketing, Communications & Research and Chief of Staff
Virginia Economic Development Partnership
Anna Kovner
Executive Vice President and Director of Research,
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
Agenda
- Breakfast & Networking8:30 AM - 9:00 AMIn Person
- Economic Update, Panel Discussion, and Audience Q&A9:00 AM - 10:00 AMIn Person and Virtual Audiences
- Closing Remarks and Networking10:00 AM - 10:30 AMIn Person
Secure Your Spot today!
Registration Deadlines:
In Person: October 1, 2026
Virtual: October 7, 2026
Discover more conversations on the most pressing economic issues - explore the complete District Dialogues series.