Rick Pudner
Rick Pudner
financial
It (becoming a financial center) could be a little faster.
economic education english exciting experience kids language learning
It was a very exciting experience for young kids and also for myself to experience English language learning and economic education in the Seoul English Village.
balance banks dynamic financial industry korean local numerous progress sheets stronger
The Korean financial industry is very dynamic and very competitive. The local banks have made significant progress in strengthening their balance sheets and are a lot stronger than when I arrived. There has also been a lot of consolidation in the industry with numerous M&As.
bank korea moment planned
The most challenging moment in Korea was working on the planned acquisition of Korea First Bank in 2004.
continue fit focusing growth market monitor organic plans
We continue to monitor market developments to see if there are opportunities to fit in with our growth strategies. But we are focusing on organic growth plans for now.