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Bank of Hawaii CEO Peter S. Ho to retire March 31; James C. Polk named successor effective April 1
BANK OF HAWAII CORP
- Peter S. Ho, age 60, retires as Chairman and CEO after 33-year career, effective March 31, 2026.
- James C. Polk, current President and Chief Banking Officer, appointed President and CEO effective April 1, 2026; will join Board.
- Raymond P. Vara, Jr., Lead Independent Director, becomes Non-Executive Chairman effective April 1, 2026.
- Ho to serve as consultant through end of 2027 to ensure transition; terms to be mutually determined.
- Polk's base salary set at $825,000; eligible for short-term and long-term incentive plans per HRC approval.