It is concerning to see that South Dakota’s tribal communities, particularly those on rural reservations, are experiencing a slower employment recovery than in other parts of the country. I also heard firsthand about the challenges that some Native Americans, especially those living on reservations, face in accessing reliable financial services and finding affordable credit and housing.
I have observed the development of fund managers in the market in the last 5 years has been tremendous – a positive development. I am therefore looking forward to a good working relationship with the industry as we strive to achieve the nation’s overall development goals. Thank you. 2  BIS Review 79/2007