How Native American Bank is Financing Housing and Economic Growth in Tribal Communities

Brian Love, Head of Banking & Fintech at Travillian, chats with Tom Ogaard, CEO of Native American Bank, about their efforts to boost economic opportunities in Native American communities.

This conversation is available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Native American Bank partners with other native loan banks and non-bank native CDFIs to bring financial services to reservation-based communities. They focus on projects such as healthcare facilities, housing, and economic development, aiming to create new jobs and improve the economic opportunities for tribes and tribal communities.

Learn more about how Native American Bank is driving change through these strategic partnerships and innovative projects.

Topics Discussed:

  • Native American Bank’s Mission and Access to Capital
  • Projects and Partnerships with Native Loan Banks and CDFIs
  • Addressing Housing, Health Care, and Economic Development Needs
  • Key Issues in Native American Communities
  • Optimism for the Future

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