Beth Hammack Appointed as Cleveland Fed President
Former Goldman Sachs executive to succeed Loretta Mester, bringing extensive financial expertise to the role.
- Beth Hammack will officially take office on August 21 and will participate in the Federal Open Market Committee's September meeting.
- She succeeds Loretta Mester, known for her hawkish stance on inflation, who retires on June 30.
- Hammack has over 30 years of experience in finance, including roles at Goldman Sachs and the U.S. Treasury.
- Her appointment comes as the Fed navigates high interest rates and ongoing inflation challenges.
- Mark Meder will serve as interim president until Hammack assumes her duties.