THE NATIVE AMERICAN BANCORPORATION CO. NATIVE AMERICAN BANK, N.A. President’s Message In what was a very dynamic year, 2013 saw a transition and complete change in direction for Native American Bank. We shifted from a focus on internal matters to one of relationship building and growth of the earning assets of the bank. As you might imagine, making such a move is a process and requires a great deal of coordination among the Board, management and staff. We took very positive steps in the first quarter and began our outreach to shareholders and leaders in Indian Country. That effort continues today and will be a cornerstone of our efforts to provide capital resources and banking services to serve our mission. During the year we secured a number of new business projects, some highlighted in this report, that not only provided capital where none was possible before, but also made business opportunities a reality while creating jobs and supporting local economies. We placed an emphasis on housing by providing more staff resources and using HUD’s Section 184 loan program to give deserving borrowers the opportunity to own their own home. The ground work was laid in 2013 for NAB to successfully achieve sustained profitability in 2014 and beyond. New loans in process, for Native entities, are at an all-time high. Our footprint indicates we are doing business in 17 states and it is expanding. Through relationship building, by coming together on projects in new areas or regions where decision makers see value in working with us, we have committed to projects in Louisiana and the western region of Alaska and points in between. Our scope of work and success in helping leaders accomplish their vision is making a difference. There is a great deal of economic need, and opportunity, in Indian Country. It is our goal to play a prominent role in meeting that need and supporting economic opportunities. On behalf of the staff of Native American Bank, we are committed to the ideals of the bank’s mission among Native American and Alaska Native communities and look forward to serving our shareholders and customers. Sincerely, Thomas D. Ogaard President and CEO page 2 Native American Bancorporation Chairwoman’s Message Native American Bank Chairman’s Message As a Native American owned bank, it is our goal to provide quality banking services, create new financial opportunities for tribal communities to grow and expand their initiatives by providing access to capital for their projects. As we move further away from the “Great Recession” the lessons learned from that period have been both sobering and helpful. Native American Bank must operate within the same regulatory environment, no different than any other bank; with sound planning, solid operations, an understanding of the every changing regulations from Congress and a detailed strategy to navigate through it all. In 2013 Native American Bancorporation (NAB) has made concerted efforts to increase the financing of projects in Indian Country and to increase our marketing initiatives to better serve our customers. Through our collaborations, many businesses and economic development projects will be financed and completed in 2014. We at NAB continually seek out new partnerships and capital investors to support our mission to serve Indian Country. Please feel free to contact us at NAB to learn more about our services. We take a moment here to express our appreciation for the service to this organization provided by Wilson Barber of the Navajo Nation and Kenneth Reels from the Mashantucket Pequot Nation. Kenny’s leadership and commitment to the mission remains infused in our culture. Wilson was a Board member and great supporter of the bank who passed away last fall. His vision and inspiration will be missed. Sincerely, We have overcome numerous obstacles, experienced by many banks, and are better prepared for the future but not without some additional hurdles to cross. Our management team did a great deal of work to position the bank for 2014 and beyond. Our mission is to serve Indian Country. We do that by supporting capital investment, creating avenues for well thought out projects to obtain financing, providing our expertise and assistance to present the best business case for them and, in turn, help create jobs from those projects and improve local economies. It is our goal to continue to make a difference in Native American and Alaska Native communities by providing financial solutions for you, your family, your business and your Nation. Let me say, on behalf of the Board of Directors of Native American Bank, N.A., we will always strive to maintain your trust and confidence. Sincerely, Cristina Danforth Chairwoman of the Board The Native American Bancorporation Co. Treasurer, Onieda Nation of Wisconsin Lewis A. Anderson Chairman of the Board Native American Bank, N.A. page 3 “Native People Investing in Native Communities” VISION THE trusted Native owned nationwide bank meeting the financial needs of you, your family, your business, your nation. In 2001, twenty Tribal Nations and Alaskan Native Corporations set out with a dream “to create a national bank to serve all Native people, communities, governments and enterprises across the country” and established Native American Bank, N.A. (NAB). NAB recognizes that among the many issues facing Native Americans, the absence of access to financial capital and services has been a significant impediment towards the realization of self-sufficiency and financial freedom across Indian Country. MISSION Through collaboration, provide access to financial services for Alaska Native and Native American communities creating economic independence, development and sustainability. At NAB “Our primary mission is to assist Native American and Alaskan Native individuals, enterprises and governments to reach their goals by providing affordable and flexible banking and financial services. To accomplish this we concentrate on pooling Indian economic resources to increase Indian economic independence by fostering a climate of self-determination in investment, job creation and sustainable economic growth.” page 4 SHAREHOLDERS Alaska Akhiok-Kaguyak, Inc. Arctic Slope Regional Corporation Association of Village Council Presidents The Eyak Corporation Old Harbor Native Corporation Settlement Trust Sealaska Corporation United Companies, Inc. Arizona The Navajo Nation Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community California Table Mountain Rancheria Colorado Ute Mountain Ute Tribe Connecticut Mashantucket Pequot Nation Mohegan Tribe Florida Seminole Tribe of Florida Idaho Shoshone-Bannock Tribes Iowa Sac and Fox Tribe of the Mississippi Michigan Grand Traverse Band EDC Sault Ste. Marie Tribe Minnesota Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Indians Montana Blackfeet Indian Nation Chippewa Cree Tribe New Mexico AMERIND Risk Management Corporation North Dakota Three Affiliated Tribes South Dakota Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Washington Colville Tribal Enterprise Corporation Marine View Ventures, Inc. Wisconsin Oneida Tribe of Indians of Wisconsin Wyoming Eastern Shoshone Tribe ORGANIZATIONAL HISTORY The Native American Bancorporation Co. was founded in 1998 and is owned by twenty eight share- holders consisting of seven Alaska Native Corporations, twenty Native American Tribes and one Native American owned enterprise. The organization has a national presence with shareholders located in seventeen states. 2001 – Acquired the Blackfeet National Bank in Browning, Montana, as a wholly owned subsidiary and changed the name of the bank to Native American Bank, N.A. 2002 – Established a non-profit affiliate, Native American Community Development Corporation to focus on individual and community capacity building 2004 – Opened a loan production office on the Chippewa Cree Tribe’s Rocky Boy reservation in Box Elder, Montana. 2007 – Relocated the headquarters of the bank to Denver, Colorado, where all administrative functions and nationwide commercial lending activities are performed. The Browning, Montana location is a full service branch providing financial services for consumers, small businesses and agricultural enterprises in that market. 2008 – The Board of Directors hired a new management team to resolve issues required by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency under the terms of a Formal Agreement. 2009 – 2011 - Reduced problem loans from $24 Million to $5 Million. Improved the capital position with a $500K Community Development Financial Institution award, a $1.1 Million reduction in the allowance for loan and lease losses, a $2 Million reduction in non-interest expense and $2.3 Million of additional capital received from two existing shareholders and two new share- holders. 2012 – Continued our resolution of problem assets bringing the bank’s risk profile to a stable position. A change in direction to move into a growth mode is now our focus. 2013 – Shifted from a focus on internal matters to one of relationship building and growth of the earning assets of the bank. Attained business in 17 states and expanding. The groundwork was laid for NAB to successfully achieve sustained profitability in 2014 and beyond with additional capital investment. COMMITMENT TO NATIVE AMERICA The organization’s national presence is also reflected in the fact that loans have been made in seventeen states and include significant projects such as financing a hotel, compost manufacturing plant and justice center. 94% of the loan portfolio is to Native American individuals, tribes and enterprises including 329 loans to individuals totaling $4 Million and 86 loans to tribes and enterprises totaling $45.7 Million. 59% of our employees are Native Americans and include members of eight Native American Nations. page 5 The Native American Bancorporation Co. STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL CONDITION ($ in thousands) Assets Cash and Due from Banks Securities and Federal Funds Sold Net Loans Bank Premises and Equipment, Net Intangible Assets, Net Other Assets Total Assets 2013 $4,634 3,677 48,834 248 1,067 $58,460 2012 $8,750 5,045 45,213 287 1,345 1,021 $61,661 2011 $6,306 7,960 52,378 275 1,345 1,310 $69,574 2010 $8,510 12,210 58,797 344 1,345 1,725 $82,931 Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity Total Deposits $52,855 Federal Funds Purchased and Overnight Borrowings Other Liabilities 311 Total Liabilities 53,166 $53,755 362 54,117 $60,755 335 61,090 $75,383 388 75,771 Shareholders' Equity `Total Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity 5,294 $58,460 7,544 $61,661 8,484 $69,574 7,160 $82,931 $2,565 203 2,362 2,362 $2,850 334 2,516 2,516 $3,654 621 3,033 65 2,968 $4,685 1,041 3,644 (1,081) 4,725 644 814 737 1,289 1,967 323 1,553 3,843 1,962 314 1,948 4,224 1,975 422 1,723 4,120 2,318 462 1,975 4,755 1,345 - - - $(2,182) $(894) $(415) $1,259 STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS ($ in thousands) Interest Income Interest Expense Net Interest Income Provision for Loan Losses Net Interest Income after Provision for Loan Losses Non-Interest Income Salaries and Employee Benefits Premises and Equipment Expenses Other Non-Interest Expenses Total Other Expenses Adjusted Net Income/(Loss) Goodwill Impairment Net Income page 6 (837) FINANCIAL SUMMARY The last few years were challenging for the banking industry and NAB as a result of the financial crisis. We have operated in a historically low interest rate environment, experienced higher levels of problem (classified) loans, increased regulatory compliance burden and higher capital requirements. The good news, we feel the bank has stabilized and is now positioned for growth. Our regulator, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, required us to maintain higher capital levels, specifically a Tier 1 Leverage Ratio to Average Adjusted Assets of at least 9.0%. Achieving the minimum ratio required reducing the size of our balance sheet. NAB met the requirement and has maintained it since 2011 except for the fourth quarter of 2013. The Tier 1 Leverage Ratio to Average Adjusted Assets was 8.77%. An influx of deposits caused us to drop below the 9.0% minimum for this period. Reducing the size of our balance sheet and the historically low interest rate environment had a negative impact on net interest income (interest earned on loans and investments less interest paid on deposits and borrowings). In 2010, net interest income was $3.6 million declining to $2.4 million in 2013. Despite the historically low interest rate environment, we have maintained a net interest margin (net interest income divided by average earning assets) above 4% for the last four years. 2013 Unguaranteed portion 2,468 of classified loans Classified loans 11,028 Net interest margin 4.14% Cost of funds 0.39% Leverage ratio 9.01% (point in time 12/31) Leverage ratio from call report 8.77% 2012 2011 2010 4,515 4,994 5,798 16,958 4.01% 0.58% 10.09% 15,843 4.03% 0.89% 10.17% 14,411 4.16% 1.26% 6.86% 10.30% 9.49% 6.82% 12.00% 10.00% 8.00% Cost of funds 6.00% Leverage ratio (point in time 12/31) Leverage ratio from call report Net interest margin 4.00% 2.00% 0.00% 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 000's 24,000 22,000 20,000 18,000 16,000 14,000 A large portion of our loan portfolio is government guaranteed which reduces our risk exposure to the unguaranteed portion of the loan. Our unguaranteed portion of classified loans decreased from $5.8 million in 2010 to $2.5 million in 2013. Guaranteed portion of classified loans 12,000 10,000 25% 60% 74% Unguaranteed portion of classified loans 8,000 82% 6,000 4,000 75% 40% 2,000 Expenses declined from $4.8 million in 2010 to $3.8 million in 2013. 69% 31% 26% 18% 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 page 7 NAB finances Johns Family Enterprises LLC Native American Bank was given the opportunity to finance a very unique business on the Seminole Brighton Reservation in Central Florida. The Johns Family Enterprise, LLC (JFE) is a tribally owned LLC which operates a new compost manufacturing facility on 85 acres near the community of Lakeport in Brighton, Florida. The LLC’s ownership is made of Stanlo Johns, a Seminole Elder and his two sons, Todd and Jeff and the Seminole Tribe of Florida, a minority owner. The project is currently under construction and scheduled to open in August 2014. The unique business model with tribal members and tribal government coming together to start an environmentally friendly and economically stable business can be replicated to start additional businesses across Indian Country. NAB approved a $5.2 million dollar term loan to allow JFE to construct a state of the art facility operated by McGill Environmental Systems, a world class compost manufacturer headquartered out of North Carolina which has the processing capacity of 100,000 tons and expected to employ up to 20 employees. NAB utilized the BIA loan guarantee program which allowed the project to become a reality. Holiday Inn Express Grand Opening in Browning, MT Native American Bank was proud to assist the Blackfeet Nation in financing the new Holiday Inn Express in Browning, Montana. The construction project was completed in July 2013 with a Grand Opening in August 2013. The hotel accommodates 86 rooms, 16 suites, pool, waterslide and a NAB ATM machine. Working together with the Blackfeet Nation, the Holiday Inn Express has provided revenue for the Tribe and jobs for the Tribal Members. page 8 Clay Colombe named to the Class of 2013 NCAIED’s 40 Under 40 Award Native American Bank’s Senior Vice President and Chief Lending Officer, Clay Colombe (Rosebud Lakota/Nez Perce), was among those selected to receive the 2013 “40 Under 40” by the Native Center for American Indian Enterprise Development at the NCAIED's 38th Annual Indian Progress in Business Awards Gala in Arizona on October 24th, 2013. This award recognizes forty emerging American Indian leaders from across Indian Country who has demonstrated leadership, initiative and dedication and has made significant contributions to Native communities throughout North America. Clay said, “The 40 under 40 Award was a great honor and it was great to be honored with so many other up and coming Native American professionals. It shows the work I am doing at NAB, along with the entire NAB staff, is recognized in Indian Country. I will continue to do my best to help NAB and Indian Country succeed in the years to come.” NAB and Tunica-Biloxi Economic Development Corporation partners to construct a new Travel Center NAB was approached by the Tunica Biloxi Economic Development Corporation (EDC) for a commercial loan to construct a new Travel Center which includes a full service fueling station with multiple position gas and diesel dispensers, a Dairy Queen restaurant, a smoke shop and a Louisiana/tribal souvenir area. The EDC explored ten other banks to assist with the project and found Native American Bank was the only lender willing to work with the BIA Loan Guarantee Program and willing to use a leasehold mortgage for collateral. The Travel Center projects have been underwritten and subject to a BIA loan guarantee approval. The Travel Center will not only diversify the EDC’s holdings but will provide jobs and services needed on the reservation. Tunica-Biloxi Eagle Fuels Gas Station and Dairy Queen restaurant on the Marksville fairgrounds site on the Tunica-Biloxi Reservation in Louisiana slated to open in the spring of 2014. In December 2013, Thomas Ogaard, President and CEO and Clay Colombe, SVP/Chief Lending Officer attended the ground breaking ceremony for the new page 9 HUD SECTION 184 HOME LOAN PROGRAM Paula Crawford, Mortgage Manager, reported her highlights for 2013 were: 1. Access to a new Federal Home Loan Down Payment Assistance program that will provide up to $7,500 in down payment assistance in both rural and urban areas for eligible customers 2. Closing loans and establishing a footprint in twentytwo states 3. Hiring of Garrett Duncan (Dine`), Mortgage Assistant, who has been a tremendous help in reaching our goals Paula understands the need for housing in Indian Country and is looking forward to reaching out to more tribal individuals, tribal housing authorities and tribes in 2014. NAB specializes in providing access to the HUD 184 Native American Home Loan Guarantee program for American Indian and Alaskan Natives who are members of a federally recognized tribe, Tribally Designated Housing Entity (TDHE) and an Indian Housing Authority (IHA). The HUD Section 184 Home Loan program is designed to provide access to mortgage financing and is guaranteed 100% by the Office of Loan Guarantee within the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)’s Office of Native American Programs. Benefits • Purchase of a Home and Refinancing • Rehabilitate existing housing • Construction of new housing, including manufactured housing affixed to a permanent foundation • Available on tribal land or off tribal land (fee simple) • Low down payment of just 2.25% on loans over $50,000 and only 1.25% on loans under $50,000 • No income limits • Not limited to first-time buyers • Seller can pay your closing costs • Interest rates based on market rates, not based on credit scores • Compatible with down payment assistance programs • Does not require mortgage insurance page 10 • Protection from predatory lending • HUD 184 Program is available in majority of the United States • Personalized customer service available through Native American Bank Paula Crawford, Rosebud Lakota Mortgage Manager Email: [email protected] Direct: 720-963-5525 – NMLS#423391 Company Identification: 566276 Mortgage Toll-Free: 866-522-0438 Francis Behan – Northern Arapaho I honestly never heard of Native American Bank (NAB) until a friend of mine suggested I contact Paula Crawford, Mortgage Manager at NAB. My home buying experience was a feeling of disbelief when I found myself filling out a mortgage application. I had never been through a mortgage loan process and had questions about how it worked. Paula took the time to explain what I needed to have a complete application and how to purchase a home. I found NAB mortgage lending staff to be friendly and comfortable in comparison to my previous experience with a Credit Union where the loan officer was unfriendly, intimidating and cold. Paula has a personality with a warm approach and she made me feel like I was the most important client they had. I had many questions along the way because I had a low credit score due collection items and paying my bills with cash. It was difficult establishing credit without having a paper trail or credit card accounts. Once I worked through raising my credit scores, Paula was able to pre-qualify me for a home. Additionally, Paula assisted me in qualifying for three different types of loan products; a VA loan, FHA, and the HUD 184 Home Loan. Initially, I needed a down payment of $20,000 and through Paula’s efforts; the down payment was reduced to $2,000. Her diligence to make a better deal for me was greatly appreciated and this allowed me to begin searching for a home. program works. I had doubts in the beginning and this has renewed my faith to believe that anything is possible when you put your mind to it. Thank you to Paula and Garrett for making the purchasing of my new home a truly awesome experience. All my fears were dispelled when I attended the closing and received the keys to my new home. I could not have endured this process without the help of Paula and her assistant Garrett. I highly recommend NAB to anyone who is searching for a great place to do business. Paula and Garrett are very knowledgeable about all aspects of acquiring a home loan. I am proof this HUD 184 Home Loan page 11 NATIVE AMERICAN BANCORPORATION CO. BOARD OF DIRECTORS We recognize all Board Members represents all Shareholders as part of their fiduciary responsibilities while serving as a Director. Listed below are our Directors and the Native American Tribe, Corporation and/or Entity. Cristina Danforth, Chair Oneida Tribe of Indians of Wisconsin David Burrell, Vice-Chair Sac and Fox Tribe of the Mississippi in Iowa NATIVE AMERICAN BANK BOARD OF DIRECTORS Lewis Anderson, Chair Chair of the Board, Woodlands National Bank Kent Paul, Vice-Chair President, K&L Risk Consulting and Executive Director of Washington Schools Risk Management Pool David Burrell President and CEO, Pinnacle Bank David Cottrell President and CEO, United Companies, Inc. and President of Mikunda, Cottrell & Company Lewis Anderson Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Indians Cristina Danforth Treasurer, Oneida Tribe of Indians of Wisconsin Tino Batt Shoshone-Bannock Tribes Thomas Ogaard President and CEO, Native American Bank David Cottrell United Companies, Inc. Anthony Mallott Thomas Ogaard Native American Bank Treasurer & Chief Investment Officer, Sealaska Corporation Marc Stemp Association of Village Council Presidents Terry J. Show Representative of Blackfeet Nation and President, Show Logging Corporation Terry J. Show Blackfeet Nation Rod Worl Derrick Watchman Navajo Nation Chief Executive Officer, The Eyak Corporation Rod Worl The Eyak Corporation NABC and NAB Board Directors page 12 NATIVE AMERICAN BANK OFFICERS NATIVE AMERICAN BANK STAFF Denver, Colorado Denver Thomas Ogaard President and CEO Clay Colombe Senior Vice President and Chief Lending Officer Tracie Davis Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Joel Smith Senior Vice President and Chief Credit Officer Debbie Emhoolah Vice President - Human Resources Director and Community Relations Director Jamie Santistevan Vice President - Compliance Officer and Operations Manager Jamie Yancy Vice President - Information Technology Manager Theresa Duncan Assistant Vice President – Deposit and Cash Management Products Manager Jana Zimmermann Assistant Vice President – Loan Operations Manager Paula Crawford, Mortgage Manager Garrett Duncan, Mortgage Loan Assistant Shawn Johnston, Executive Assistant Barbara Keto, Operations Specialist Adam Rebella, Credit Analyst Mia Richards, Loan Assistant Julie Simmons, Senior Accountant Browning Jaime Bechel, Consumer Lender Audra Carlson, Teller Judy Cobell, Image Operator Jessica MadPlume, Personal Banker Sequoia Reevis, Teller Tammi Trombley, Head Teller Browning, Montana Rocky Boy Cyril Archambault Operation Supervisor, Bank Security Officer Sheldon Ground Vice President – Relationship Manager Carol Swan, Business Development Representative Executive Management Team page 13 NATIVE AMERICAN BANK STAFF Denver Corporate Browning Branch page 14 Rocky Boy Loan Production Office ABOUT US Native American Bancorporation Co. Native American Bancorporation Co. serves as the holding company for Native American Bank, N.A. and is a Certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) whose purpose is to promote economic development in areas that are underserved by traditional financial institutions. Native American Bank, N.A. Chartered as a national community development focused bank, Native American Bank is also a certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI). NAB is committed to being a self-sustaining CDFI and is the only nationally Indian-owned community development bank in the country. NAB supports the communities that it serves and received an “outstanding” on the most recent Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) exam. Native American Community Development Corporation The mission of Native American Community Development Corporation (NACDC), our non-profit CDFI affiliate, is to effectively address underlying factors that inhibit economic development and the productive use of available financial capital. It is focused on financial education, facilitation services for tribal planning, small business and technical assistance, housing development finance, home mortgages, as well as on exploring the possibilities for providing non-conventional intermediary financing. Working in tandem with the bank, NACDC provides counseling and borrower consulting services. Though each component of our organizations it performs specific functions, all are structured around and committed to a single mission, “Native People Investing in Native Communities”. PRODUCTS AND SERVICES Business Depository Accounts: Business Checking Small Business Checking Business Analysis Checking Business Interest Checking Non-Profit Checking Business Savings Business Premium Savings Business Money Market Business Certificates of Deposit Personal Depository Accounts: Free Checking Regular Checking Interest Checking Elders Checking (Age 55+) Personal Savings Premium Savings Youth Savings Personal Money Market Personal Certificates of Deposit IRA – Individual Retirement Accounts Cash Management Services: Online eBanking Premier eCorp Internet Banking TeleBanking Bill Pay CDARS Certificate of Deposit Merchant Services Business Debit Cards Personal Debit Cards Remote Deposit Lockbox Services Business Loan Products: Commercial Lending Commercial Lines of Credit Commercial Real Estate BIA Guaranteed Loans Agricultural Lending Agricultural Lines of Credit USDA Rural Development Loans HUD Title VI Loans Personal Loan Products: Consumer Lending HUD 184 Home Loan Program page 15 THE NATIVE AMERICAN BANCORPORATION CO. NATIVE AMERICAN BANK, N.A. To locate Native American Bank website www.nabna.com Corporate Headquarters Retail Branch Loan Production Office Denver, Colorado 999 18th Street, Suite 2460 Denver, Colorado 80202 TEL 303.988.2727 TOLL FREE 800.368.8894 FAX 303-988-5533 Website: www.nabna.com Browning, Montana Branch 125 North Public Square P.O. Box 730 Browning, Montana 59417 TEL 406.338.7000 TOLL FREE 800.307.9199 FAX 406.338.7008 Chippewa Cree Office 613 Sundance Road Box Elder, Montana 59521 TEL 406.395.4355 FAX 406.395.4356
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