The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond is hosting a public forum in Baltimore to examine labor force participation trends in Maryland, featuring insights from economists, workforce leaders, and Maryland Comptroller Brooke Lierman. The event will explore challenges and opportunities shaping who is — and isn’t — in the workforce.
Titled “Maximizing Employment: Understanding Labor Force Participation,” the forum will take place on Thursday, June 26, from 8:30 am to 11:00 am, at the Richmond Fed’s Baltimore Branch, with both in-person and virtual attendance options available.
This free event will provide expert analysis of national, regional, and state labor market trends, with a particular focus on Maryland’s labor force participation.
The forum is part of the Richmond Fed’s ongoing District Dialogues series, designed to foster a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities shaping employment across the region.
Featured speakers include:
The Honorable Brooke Lierman, Comptroller of Maryland
Andy Bauer, Vice President and Regional Executive, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
John Bailey Jones, Vice President of Microeconomic Analysis, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
Melanie Styles, Senior Program Officer for Workforce Development, Abell Foundation
The event includes breakfast and networking opportunities. Registration is free but required.
Visit the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond website for more information.