Event

Federal Reserve System Conference on Investing in Rural America

September 30, 2026

The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, in partnership with the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, the Federal Reserve System, and Rural LISC, hosted the annual Investing in Rural America Conference. It was held from Wednesday, September 30 to Friday, October 2, 2026, in-person in Asheville, N.C.

The event highlighted the people, institutions, and local strategies that power rural economies and sustain long-term prosperity. It explored how tailored, place-based approaches can unlock opportunity, expand collaboration, and support vibrant communities nationwide.

Event Details

Date & Time
September 30, 2026
1:30pm-5:00pm

October 1, 2026
9:00am-5:00pm

October 2, 2026
9:00am-12:00pm

Location
Omni Grove Park Inn
290 Macon Avenue
Asheville, N.C. 28804

Audience
This event was open to the public.

Media
This event was open to the media. All remarks were on the record. For media inquiries, please contact Ellen.Simon@ny.frb.org.



The contents on this page-including third-party resources, hyperlinks and documents-are provided for informational purposes only and do not necessarily represent the views of the New York Fed or the Federal Reserve System.
By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Statement. You can learn more about how we use cookies by reviewing our Privacy Statement.   Close