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About Us
We’re one of 12 regional Federal Reserve Banks working together with the Board of Governors to support a healthy economy. Our job is to serve the American public — to serve you. And our mission is to foster economic stability and strength.

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Banking & Supervision
We work to support a safe and sound financial system and foster an efficient and accessible payments system.
- Consumer Resources
- Contacts
Economic Research
We conduct research to support policymaking and thought leadership on issues important to the Federal Reserve and the Fifth District. We also inform the public through our data and economic analysis, publications, presentations and educational resources.

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Region & Communities
We share research, data and resources and regularly engage regional leaders and policymakers to understand and address community‑specific economic issues.
- Our Region
Education
We work with teachers, students and the public to enhance understanding of economics, personal finance and the Federal Reserve.

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- Resources & Programs
- Economic Education Outreach
- Our Team

Our Team

Regional Executives

R. Andrew Bauer

Maryland, Greater D.C. Area and West Virginia

Virginia

Management Committee member Matt Martin

North and South Carolina

Community Development

Carrie Cook, Community Affairs Officer

Vice President and Community Affairs Officer

Community Development Regional Manager Erika Bell

North and South Carolina

Community Development Regional Manager Peter Dolkart

Peter M. Dolkart

Maryland and West Virginia

Virginia and Washington, D.C.

Jason Smith, Senior Community Development Advisor

Senior Community Development Advisor

Regional Economists

Sonya Ravindranath Waddell

Vice President

Charlotte

Joseph Mengedoth, Regional Economist

Joseph Mengedoth

Richmond

Regional Analysts

Survey Director

Emily Corcoran

Emily Wavering Corcoran

Senior Manager

Surekha Carpenter

Stephanie Norris

Research Associates

James Melton

Anthony Tringali

Anthony Tringali