Community Development & District Engagement
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Around the District: Economic Insights and Learnings from Hawai’i
As a community-engaged bank, the SF Fed seeks out real-time information on economic conditions by engaging with and learning from businesses, community organizations, and local leaders. These conversations are one of the many inputs into the decisions and monetary policymaking at the Federal Reserve as we pursue our mission. Here’s a snapshot of a recent outreach in Honolulu, […]
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Around the District: Unlocking the Potential of Idaho’s Rural Communities
Leilani Barnett, senior outreach manager at the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, shares insights from the 4th annual Idaho Rural Success Summit, highlighting how rural communities in Idaho are leveraging partnerships and resources to unlock their economic potential.
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Around the District: Kern County Rooted in California Agriculture Heartland
Qiana Charles, Regional Executive of the San Francisco Federal Reserve Bank, Los Angeles Branch, learned about the agricultural landscape in Kern County.
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Charting Their Course in 2025: Research Associates Begin Next Steps for New Paths and Opportunities
Our research associates who have been working with professional economists in Economic Research over the past two years are preparing to take their next steps, pursuing new paths and opportunities.
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Around the District: Exploring Key Industries in the Inland Empire
Qiana Charles, Vice President and Regional Executive of the SF Fed’s Los Angeles branch, learned more about the Inland Empire’s key industries during a recent outreach visit.
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Around the District: Examples of San Diego’s Tech-Driven Innovations
Chi Elder, Regional Engagement Officer – Southern California of the SF Fed’s Los Angeles Branch, visited San Diego to learn more about how technology impacts the regional economy and landscape with her colleagues, Mike Fernandez and Qiana Charles.
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Around the District: Exploring Grain Exports in Oregon
Executive Vice President of Public Engagement, Laura Choi, recently visited Columbia Grain International, a global company that sources, processes, and distributes agricultural products based in Oregon.
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Around the District: The Video Game Industry in Los Angeles
A recent visit to Riot Games from Qiana Charles, Vice President and Regional Executive of the SF Fed’s Los Angeles branch, provided insights into the evolving gaming industry, its innovative strategies, and economic contributions.
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Around the District: Oregon’s Manufacturing 2024 Tour
Join Ian Galloway, Regional Executive of the SF Fed’s Portland Branch, as he explores the thriving manufacturing sector in Oregon, a key contributor to the state’s economy. Discover the diverse range of industries, from metal fabrication to high-tech assembly, and how they form a robust supplier ecosystem. Gain insights into the challenges and opportunities facing Oregon manufacturers and learn how they are driving innovation and growth across the region.
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Around the District: Community Resiliency in Remote Alaska
Learn how the SF Fed engages with Alaskan communities to gather economic insights. Christina Prkic, Regional Executive of SF Fed’s Seattle branch, shares a recent visit highlighting the role of community leaders and organizations to gather information for monetary policy.