National and Regional Economic Update from the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland

Join us for the November Chamber Luncheon!
Topic: National and Regional Economic Update
Guest Speaker: Brian Anderson, Regional Executive, Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland

Gain valuable insights into the current and future state of the economy at this exclusive luncheon program. Brian Anderson, Regional Executive of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland, will provide an in-depth look at national and regional economic conditions—including the outlook for growth, monetary policy trends, labor market dynamics, and inflation pressures.

The session will also address regional economic developments and challenges affecting Ohio and surrounding areas. Following the presentation, attendees will have an opportunity to ask questions related to the Federal Reserve’s work and broader economic issues.

About the Speaker

Brian Anderson
Regional Executive, Cleveland Head Office – Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland

Brian Anderson serves as the regional executive of the Cleveland Head Office of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland. In this role, he manages relationships with regional stakeholders, monitors the economic environment across northern and central Ohio, and contributes to the Bank’s monetary policy mission. He also oversees engagement with the Community Depository Institutions Advisory Council and the Bank’s business advisory councils.

Mr. Anderson joined the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland in 2025. Prior to this, he led the Polymer Industry Cluster initiative at the Greater Akron Chamber, forming a public-private partnership that advanced innovation and economic growth across Ohio’s rubber, plastic, and chemical sectors. His leadership helped establish both the Greater Akron Polymer Innovation Hub (State of Ohio–sponsored) and the Sustainable Polymers Tech Hub (federally supported by the Economic Development Administration). Earlier in his career, he was a senior analyst at KeyBank.

A native of Akron, Brian holds a BA in Mathematics from Emmanuel College (2009), an MBA in International Finance from The University of Akron (2013), and an MS in Finance from The University of Texas at San Antonio (2015).