Mississippi Council on Economic Education to Host Forum on American Enterprise Featuring Raphael Bostic, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta

Selena Swartzfager

Mississippi Council on Economic Education to Host Forum on American Enterprise Featuring Raphael Bostic, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta

Jackson, MS – August 26, 2024 - The Mississippi Council on Economic Education (MCEE) is proud to announce its upcoming Forum on American Enterprise on Friday, October 18, 2024, from noon to 1:00 PM at the Jackson Convention Complex. This highly anticipated event will feature a keynote address from Raphael Bostic, President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta.


The event will include a fireside chat moderated by Royal Aills, Executive Director of Mississippi Public Broadcasting, providing an engaging platform for discussion on key issues impacting the American economy.


In addition to the keynote, the program will spotlight Mississippi students who have demonstrated excellence in economic and personal finance education. These students represent the future leaders in our community, and their achievements highlight the critical importance of economic education in our schools. The 2024 Mississippi Economics Teacher of the Year will also be named and celebrated.


Tickets and Sponsorship
Seats are available through table sponsorships or individual tickets, which can be reserved online at the following link:
https://mscee.app.neoncrm.com/event.jsp?event=402&. All proceeds from the event will support MCEE’s mission to provide quality professional development for K-12 teachers in Mississippi, focusing on economics, personal finance, and entrepreneurial leadership. The impact of these programs extends directly to the students, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary for success in the 21st-century economy.


About the Mississippi Council on Economic Education (MCEE)
MCEE is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving economic and financial literacy among Mississippi’s students. By providing professional development and resources to educators, MCEE empowers teachers to deliver effective instruction in economics, personal finance, and entrepreneurship, ultimately fostering a more informed and economically responsible generation.


About Raphael Bostic
Raphael Bostic has served as President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta since 2017. A distinguished economist and policy leader, Bostic brings a wealth of experience in urban economics, housing finance, and economic development. Prior to his role at the Federal Reserve, he held various academic and government positions, including at the University of Southern California and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Bostic is widely recognized for his commitment to advancing economic opportunities for all Americans and addressing issues of inequality within the financial system.

Join us on October 18th for a unique opportunity to hear from one of the nation’s leading voices on economic policy and to support the future of economic education in Mississippi.


For more information, please visit www.mscee.org or contact Selena Swartzfager at 601-974-1091 or swartsc@millsaps.edu.


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Mississippi Council on Economic Education
1701 North State Street, Jackson, MS 39210

www.mscee.org

601-974-1325

mscee@millsaps.edu


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