St. Louis Fed President Musalem Joins Roundtable Discussion in Swansea, Ill.

Dec. 19, 2025

Alberto G. Musalem, the incumbent President of St. Louis Fed, engaged in a fruitful roundtable discussion in Swansea, Illinois. The discussion involved leaders from various prominent businesses in southwestern Illinois, community representatives, and government officials. The roundtable was graciously hosted by Bruce Holland, the successful CEO of Holland Construction Services.

Insights Gathered from the Roundtable Discussion in Southwestern Illinois

During the meeting, President Musalem gained valuable insights about the labor market outlook, pricing trends, and financing conditions in the area. Other esteemed participants included representatives from Leadership Council Southwestern Illinois, Hospital Sisters Health System, Southern Illinois Builders Association, and the Madison County Board.

Highlights from President Musalem’s Visit to Southwestern Illinois

Below are some captivating photos from President Musalem’s insightful visit to southwestern Illinois.

St. Louis Fed President Alberto Musalem engages in discussion with Donna Richter, the CEO of Southern Illinois Builders Association, Bruce Holland from Holland Construction Services, and retired Eckert’s Inc. president, Lary Eckert.

President Musalem (left) is pictured shaking hands with Bruce Holland, CEO of Holland Construction Services during his visit to Swansea, Ill.

St. Louis Fed President Alberto Musalem, alongside Donna Richter and Bruce Holland, attentively listens during the roundtable discussion in Swansea, Ill.