Fed chair to speak at Chamber event

PROVIDENCE – Federal Reserve Chairwoman Janet L. Yellen will speak at the Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce Economic Outlook Luncheon on May 22.
Yellen, the first woman in U.S. history to lead the central bank, also has a Rhode Island connection – she graduated from Brown University with a degree in economics in 1967.
“I am pleased Chair Yellen will return to Rhode Island, a place where she spent quite a bit of time as a college student. Today, Chair Yellen helps set the course not just for the U.S. economy, but the world economy,” U.S. Sen. Jack F. Reed said in a statement. “This is a great opportunity to hear directly from one of the most influential voices in the world about our economic future. I hope she will talk directly with business, community and civic leaders about conditions in the local economy and job market and what we need to do to build a stronger and more sustainable economy.”
Laurie White, president of the Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce, said the chamber is honored that Yellen is taking the time to visit Rhode Island and “discuss issues vital to our local businesses and community.”
“As one of the world’s most respected economists and leading policymakers, the opportunity to hear directly from Chair Yellen about her insights on the economy, jobs and business will be an important moment for the state,” White said.
The economic outlook luncheon will be held at the R.I. Convention Center. Information about registration can be found HERE.