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Investing in Rural America

As part of the Richmond Fed’s focus on supporting small town and rural communities, the Investing in Rural America Conference brings rural stakeholders together to explore how to better leverage community assets and create space for rural residents and communities to thrive.



Our Annual Conference


Conference Past Event
In person
2025 Investing in Rural America: Elevating What Works
Tue., May 20 – Wed., May 21, 2025
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Roanoke, VA

As part of the Richmond Fed’s focus on supporting small town and rural communities, we will host the sixth annual Investing in Rural America Conference on May 20‒21, 2025. This year’s conference theme is Elevating What Works, during which we will spotlight the strategies and solutions that bolster economic and social vitality in rural communities — embracing empowerment, working together and leveraging assets.

Audience: Business Leaders, Community Leaders, Policymakers, Bankers, Educators, Students