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Creating An Economy That Works for All: Remarks at the Bunker Hill Community College 2023 Convocation By Susan M. Collins August 31, 2023 Boston, MA | Virtual Bunker Hill Community College Creating An Economy That Works for All: Remarks at Bunker Hill Community Co… Co… Takeaways from Boston Fed President Susan M. Collins’ August 31, 2023 Remarks 1. To build a vibrant, inclusive economy, we need the best ideas, energy, and participation from everyone. Community colleges play a critical role in this important work by providing affordable, accessible higher education and essential skill development – ultimately strengthening our economy and society. 2. Collins said we can and should do much more to discover and nurture the potential in people with a range of experiences and backgrounds – including individuals who may be the first in their family to attend college and individuals who may look different in appearance from those who've traditionally held particular roles. 3. Reflecting on her first 14 months as Boston Fed president, Collins said she's been impressed and encouraged by the leaders and residents she's met who are working to ensure everyone has a chance to participate and thrive in the economy. The Boston Fed believes in the power of collaborative leadership to make local economies stronger and more inclusive. The Bank knows from experience that tangible, practical, community-based efforts serve to strengthen our region. 4. Collins commended community college students for having resilience, determination, and the ability to overcome challenges. These traits, she added, give them the potential to be highly capable contributors to economy. She also shared her appreciation for the faculty and staff supporting those students. Sign up for Boston Fed news and insights. Subscribe See our privacy policy (/about-the-boston-fed/termsofuse.aspx) Media Inquiries? Contact our media relations team. We connect journalists with Boston Fed economists, researchers, and leadership and a variety of other resources. Media Relations (/news-and-events/media-relations.aspx) About the Authors Susan M. Collins (/people/bank/susan-m-collins.aspx) Susan M. Collins is President & Chief Executive Officer of the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston. Resources Keywords community college , Higher Education , Maximum Employment , Labor markets , workforce development , Fed roles , child care , Working Places , collaboration Related Content Remarks at the Bunker Hill Community College 2023 Convocation (/news-and-events/events/presidentsspeeches/2023/0831.aspx) A New Vision for Workforce Preparation (/news-and-events/events/community-development/new-vision-forworkforce-preparation.aspx) A Convening of New England Community Colleges (/news-and-events/events/2014/convening-of-new-englandcommunity-colleges.aspx) Regional Consolidation of Local Government Services in New England: Opportunities and Challenges in Realizing Greater Cost Efficiencies (/news-and-events/events/neppc-conference/2010/regional-consolidationof-local-government-services-in-new-england.aspx) Racial Disparities in Today’s Economy (/news-and-events/events/economic-research-conference-series/racialdisparities-in-todays-economy.aspx)