FORA.tv Speaker - John Olson

Olson is the manager of the San Francisco Fed's Community Development regional managers, who provide technical assistance and program leadership in the nine Western states that make up the Federal Reserve's 12th District. The team promotes partnership building among financial institutions, community organizations, and government entities to support community and economic development in low-income communities. Olson also acts as senior advisor to the San Francisco Fed's Center for Community Development Investments, and advises the department on bank regulatory matters that impact community development.