And to the next generation of Black leaders, Aineya advises, “Even if you are the first African American with a seat at the table, make sure you pull up a chair and make room for the up and coming.” 5/5
Philadelphia Fed Mon 22 Feb 2021 17:23

Contributions such as improving the ironing board (Sarah Boone), the home security system (Marie Van Brittan Brown), and the GPS (Gladys Mae West) and the list goes on. 4/5
Philadelphia Fed Mon 22 Feb 2021 17:23

I encourage everyone to learn something new this month and every month after. Learn how some of the things you cannot live without were creations or contributions by African Americans. 3/5
Philadelphia Fed Mon 22 Feb 2021 17:23

Black history is not just about slavery or Black people struggling and it does not stop at the Civil Rights Era. Black History is about the fight in between and also acknowledging the achievements of those who come before us. 2/5
Philadelphia Fed Mon 22 Feb 2021 17:23

This February, we asked our colleagues to share their thoughts on #BlackHistoryMonth. Follow this thread to hear from Aineya Ricketts, associate examiner at the Philadelphia Fed. 1/5 https://t.co/AWf80ClzOJ
Philadelphia Fed Mon 22 Feb 2021 17:23

RT @PhilFedComDev: Housing, Racism, and the Economy. Join the 12 Federal Reserve District Banks for the fourth installment of the virtual s…
Philadelphia Fed Mon 22 Feb 2021 14:33

RT @PhilFedComDev: Join us and @ALDIANews on 3/3 at 10am ET for a roundtable discussion with #Workforce and #CommunityDevelopment experts a…
Philadelphia Fed Fri 19 Feb 2021 14:15

RT @PhilFedResearch: Loan applications from Black applicants are more likely to be approved at the end of the month. Three economists expla…
Philadelphia Fed Wed 17 Feb 2021 17:48

RT @PhilFedComDev: How will #smallbusinesses go forward in an economy that is still facing the difficulties of the pandemic? A nonprofit an…
Philadelphia Fed Tue 16 Feb 2021 15:07

@AtlantaFed, @BostonFed, @ClevelandFed, @NYFed, @MinneapolisFed, @DallasFed, @sffed, @stlouisfed, @RichmondFed, @KansasCityFed, @ChicagoFed, and @federalreserve Sending you our brotherly love and sisterly affection. Happy Valentine’s Day! xoxo, Philadelphia Fed #FedValentines https://t.co/g4uJRL5IHm
Philadelphia Fed Sun 14 Feb 2021 16:50

Our hearts are filled with gratitude this Valentine’s Day for #teachers everywhere. Thank you for going to incredible lengths to keep your students healthy and safe, and continuing to learn. xoxo, Philadelphia Fed #FedValentines https://t.co/k3WDQGSvqv
Philadelphia Fed Sun 14 Feb 2021 16:20

#SmallBusinesses have risen to the challenges of this pandemic and economy—coming up with new ways to deliver goods and services, supporting each other and keeping your teams safe. Your efforts haven’t gone unnoticed. #HappyValentinesDay #FedValentines https://t.co/AJ1UDNa2Oz
Philadelphia Fed Sun 14 Feb 2021 15:55

Happy Valentine’s Day to the dedicated #EsssentialWorkers and staff who are keeping the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia safe and functioning. We appreciate all that you do. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. xoxo, Philadelphia Fed #FedValentines https://t.co/ECsq3xt63N
Philadelphia Fed Sun 14 Feb 2021 15:20

Sending our love this #ValentinesDay to #FrontlineWorkers, #Healthcare workers, and #FirstResponders. We can never thank you enough for your selfless service to the greater community. xoxo, Philadelphia Fed #FedValentines https://t.co/0UsgqBer6D
Philadelphia Fed Sun 14 Feb 2021 14:55

To the #EssentialWorkers, and all others who have helped our communities during these trying times: thank you, thank you, thank you! You are helping hold things together until life can return to normal once again. Happy Valentine’s Day! xoxo, Philadelphia Fed #FedValentines https://t.co/x6PZhIEyGH
Philadelphia Fed Sun 14 Feb 2021 14:20

RT @PhilFedComDev: Hear why the #CommunityReinvestmentAct is more important than ever and how you can share your comments in this conversat…
Philadelphia Fed Fri 12 Feb 2021 14:24

RT @CNBCClosingBell: The @philadelphiafed just launched the "Occupational Mobility Explorer" to help workers find jobs. "This tool is mea…
Philadelphia Fed Thu 11 Feb 2021 22:13

Watch Philadelphia Fed President Harker live today on @CNBCClosingBell at 4:20 pm ET. He will be discussing his national economic outlook and the Occupational Mobility Explorer. https://t.co/9bqGLzBSpy
Philadelphia Fed Thu 11 Feb 2021 20:48

TUNE IN: Philadelphia Fed President Harker will appear on @CNBCClosingBell today at 4:20 pm ET to discuss his national economic outlook and the Occupational Mobility Explorer, an online tool to help identify pathways for workers to transfer existing skills to higher-paying jobs. https://t.co/pD6lvAk8az
Philadelphia Fed Thu 11 Feb 2021 15:53

TODAY at 10:20 am, Philadelphia Fed President Harker joins @whyyradiotimes to discuss the economy and the Occupational Mobility Explorer, an interactive tool that helps identify #careerpathways for workers without a degree into higher-paying jobs. https://t.co/Q4VomAwdxy
Philadelphia Fed Mon 08 Feb 2021 14:12

RT @PhilFedComDev: Faced with financial challenges, over half (62%) of small firms relied on the owner’s personal funds. Read about the act…
Philadelphia Fed Fri 05 Feb 2021 14:50

TUNE IN: Philadelphia Fed President Harker will join @whyyradiotimes on Monday, 2/8 at 10:20 a.m. to discuss the economy and the Occupational Mobility Explorer, an online tool that helps identify career pathways for workers into higher-paying jobs. https://t.co/9SPDvm1eDY
Philadelphia Fed Wed 03 Feb 2021 15:38

RT @PhilFedComDev: We’re holding a virtual training session on 2/4 from 1 – 2:30 pm to help #nonprofits create #CommunityDevelopment projec…
Philadelphia Fed Tue 02 Feb 2021 17:12

Stay tuned: All month, we will be sharing resources, stories, research, and more as part of the Philadelphia Fed’s longstanding commitment to increasing the understanding of racial disparities, advancing solutions, and achieving a truly inclusive economy. #BlackHistoryMonth https://t.co/hggqcOXnUT
Philadelphia Fed Tue 02 Feb 2021 14:12

@whyyradiotimes Due to the weather, President Harker's interview will not take place today, 2/1.
Philadelphia Fed Mon 01 Feb 2021 15:11