Enthusiasm and with optimism.

The programs of these specific recipients were chosen because these are organizations that have existing operations on the ground, they have a proven track record, and they have the capacity to rapidly scale up their operations so that we can begin having an immediate impact when these dollars are out the door.

That's all worked pretty well.

During the time I've been here I believe the company has made significant progress toward the goals we all had in mind when I came. We're now seen as a leader in our industry on a number of dimensions, ... I believe the business is being well managed and is heading in a very positive direction.

True development requires far-reaching fundamental changes in governance and institutions, human capacity and economic structure, so that countries can sustain further economic and social progress without permanently depending on foreign aid.