Beth Hammack, a Wall Street veteran from Goldman Sachs, is set to become the next president and chief executive of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland. She will take over from Loretta Mester and bring her expertise in global financing to the role, joining the Fed's interest-rate committee as a voting member.
Key Points
Beth Hammack's appointment brings Wall Street expertise to the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland
She will join the Fed's interest-rate committee as a voting member, influencing monetary policy decisions
Pros
Extensive 31-year career at Goldman Sachs, including as a partner and co-head of global financing division
Experience in interest-rate trading desk and various management roles
Chaired the Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee, providing crucial advice on government's borrowing strategies
Stanford University graduate with degrees in quantitative economics and history
Cons
Transition from private sector to public service role may present challenges