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Hope Bancorp promotes Peter J. Koh to President & COO of Bank of Hope effective April 1, 2026
HOPE BANCORP INC
- Peter J. Koh promoted from Senior EVP & COO to President & COO of Bank of Hope, effective April 1, 2026.
- Kevin S. Kim remains Chairman & CEO of Hope Bancorp and Bank of Hope, and President of the parent company.
- Compensation changes: base salary increased to $600,000; STIP target raised to 80% of salary; LTIP target raised to 80% of base salary.
- Mr. Koh is related to former director and Honorary Chairman Steven S. Koh, who retired Dec 31, 2025.