Richmond Fed President Engages with Local Voices at UNCP04/17/2025 08:52:33 AMIn a rare visit to Robeson County, the head of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond met with local business owners and community leaders to gain firsthand insight into the economic challenges facing rural America.Chancellor Robin Gary Cummings (right) presents Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond President Tom Barkin with a Lumbee pinecone patchwork artwork during his visit to UNCPChancellor Robin Gary Cummings (right) presents Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond President Tom Barkin with a Lumbee pinecone patchwork artwork during his visit to UNCP.Academic ReputationChancellorCommunity Engagement