The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) will host a regional roundtable to highlight opportunities to partner with the Future Bankers and Financial Professionals (FBC) Camp scheduled to start in July 2026. Presenters will provide an overview of FBC, a collaboration between the Center for Financial Training, the National Academy Foundation, and high schools across the New York region to place high-achieving students from low- and moderate-income (LMI) areas on the path to careers in the financial services industry. Attendees will learn how they can support the program’s efforts to provide students with work experience at financial institutions, intensive classroom instruction on financial education, and career readiness.
Presenters
- Josh Benfield, Ed. D., Senior Director- Program Implementation, National Academy Foundation
- Connie Laguna, President and CEO, Center for Financial Training
- Alexis Luna, Community Affairs Specialist, FDIC
When
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM ET
Where
Virtual – Webex. Registration information provided below.
Who should attend
Representatives of financial institutions, local and state government, CDFIs, non-profit organizations, workforce development agencies, and other stakeholders interested in identifying collaborative opportunities that tap into the talent of high-achieving students from low and moderate-income areas by providing them with real-life experiences and a clear and promising career path in the financial services industry.
Registration Information
To register online, click Register and fill out the needed information. You will receive a confirmation email once completed.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about the event, please email Alexis Luna at aluna@fdic.gov