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HOPE BANCORP INC — fact timeline

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Shareholder Votes

HOPE BANCORP INC shareholders approved Advisory vote to approve the 2025 compensation paid to the Company’s Named Executive Officers at the 2026-05-21 meeting.

“3. Advisory vote to approve the 2025 compensation paid to the Company’s "Named Executive Officers" as described in the Proxy Statement. Total Shares For: 95,925,166 Against: 10,788,481 Abstain: 57,394 Broker Non-Votes: 6,496,057”
Shareholder Votes

HOPE BANCORP INC shareholders approved Ratification of the appointment of Crowe LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the year ending December 31, 2026 at the 2026-05-21 meeting.

“2. Ratification of the appointment of Crowe LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the year ending December 31, 2026. Total Shares For: 109,712,291 Against: 3,522,166 Abstain: 32,642 Broker Non-Votes: —”
Shareholder Votes

HOPE BANCORP INC shareholders approved Election of directors at the 2026-05-21 meeting.

“1. Election of directors of the Company: Votes Cast For Votes Cast Against Abstain Broker Non-Votes Kevin S. Kim 96,785,654 9,944,582 40,806 6,496,057”
Earnings Releases

HOPE BANCORP INC reported financial results for first quarter ended March 31, 2026.

“On April 28, 2026, Hope Bancorp, Inc. (“HOPE” or the “Company”) issued a news release concerning its results of operations and financial condition for the first quarter ended and as of March 31, 2026.”
Governance Changes

HOPE BANCORP INC: Amended and restated bylaws with changes including majority voting standard, updated stockholder nomination and proposal procedures, record date requirement for stockholder action by consent or special meeting, updated indemnification provisions, sole board authority to fill vacancies, and increased (effective 2026-01-15).

“on January 15, 2026, the Board of Directors of the Company amended and restated the Bylaws effective immediately. The Bylaws amendments, among other things, include: • Providing for a majority voting standard in uncontested elections consistent with the director resignation policy that is already in place; • Updating procedural, notice and information requirements for stockholder nominations of directors and submission of stockholder proposals to align with market and best practices; • Requiring stockholders seeking to act by consent or call a special meeting to first request the board fix a record date; • Updating the indemnification or advancement provisions to align with market and best practices; • Providing that the Board has the sole authority to fill vacancies on the Board; • Providing that the affirmative vote of a majority of the holders of a majority of the voting power of the outstanding shares of the Company’s capital stock entitled to vote thereon is required for stockhold”

Kyu S. Kim changed role as Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Relationship Banking Officer at HOPE BANCORP INC.

“On March 31, 2025, Hope Bancorp, Inc., a Delaware corporate (the “ Company ” ), and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Bank of Hope, approved a change in title and responsibilities for Kyu S. Kim, effective April 1, 2025.”

William J. Lewis departed as Director at HOPE BANCORP INC.

“On March 11, 2025, Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) director William J. Lewis notified the Company that he will not stand for re-election to the board of directors of the Company at the 2025 Annual Meeting of Stockholders and will retire following the annual meeting.”
Earnings Releases

HOPE BANCORP INC reported first quarter ended March 31, 2024 results: net income $25.9 million, EPS $0.21 per diluted common share.

“For the three months ended March 31, 2024, net income totaled $25.9 million , or $0.21 per diluted common share.”

Mary E. Thigpen departed as Director at HOPE BANCORP INC.

“On March 18, 2024, director Mary E. Thigpen formally notified Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) that she will not stand for re-election to the board of directors of the Company at the 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders.”
Earnings Releases

HOPE BANCORP INC reported the full year ended December 31, 2023 results: net income $133.7 million, EPS $1.11 per diluted common share.

“For the full year ended December 31, 2023, net income totaled $133.7 million, or $1.11 per diluted common share.”
Earnings Releases

HOPE BANCORP INC reported the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2023 results: net income $26.5 million, EPS $0.22 per diluted common share.

“For the three months ended December 31, 2023, net income totaled $26.5 million, or $0.22 per diluted common share.”
Earnings Releases

HOPE BANCORP INC reported third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2023 results: net income net income totaled $30.0 million, or $0.25 per diluted common share, EPS $0.25 per diluted common share.

“Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the "Company") (NASDAQ: HOPE), the holding company of Bank of Hope (the "Bank"), today reported unaudited financial results for its third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2023. For the three months ended September 30, 2023, net income totaled $30.0 million, or $0.25 per diluted common share.”
Earnings Releases

HOPE BANCORP INC reported the second quarter and six months ended June 30, 2023 results: net income $38.0 million, EPS $0.32 per diluted common share.

“Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the "Company") (NASDAQ: HOPE), the holding company of Bank of Hope (the "Bank"), today reported unaudited financial results for its second quarter and six months ended June 30, 2023. For the three months ended June 30, 2023, net income totaled $38.0 million, or $0.32 per diluted common share.”
Shareholder Votes

HOPE BANCORP INC shareholders approved Nonbinding advisory vote to approve the compensation paid to the Company’s "Named Executive Officers" as described in the Company’s Proxy Statement dated April 5, 2023 at the 2023-05-18 meeting.

“3. Nonbinding advisory vote to approve the compensation paid to the Company’s "Named Executive Officers" as described in the Company’s Proxy Statement dated April 5, 2023. Total Shares For: 51,340,820 Against: 48,481,737 Abstain: 107,874 Broker Non-Votes: 5,963,752 This proposal was approved by the stockholders with the number of shares voting “for” constituting approximately 51.37% of the total number of shares represented and voting at the Annual Meeting.”
Shareholder Votes

HOPE BANCORP INC shareholders approved Ratification of the appointment of Crowe LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the year ending December 31, 2023 at the 2023-05-18 meeting.

“2. Ratification of the appointment of Crowe LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the year ending December 31, 2023. Total Shares For: 105,747,276 Against: 137,617 Abstain: 9,290 Broker Non-Votes: — This proposal was approved by the stockholders with the number of shares voting “for” constituting approximately 99.86% of the total number of shares represented and voting at the Annual Meeting.”
Shareholder Votes

HOPE BANCORP INC shareholders approved Election of directors at the 2023-05-18 meeting.

“1. Election of directors of the Company: Votes Cast For Votes Withheld Broker Non-Votes Donald D. Byun 97,958,501 1,971,709 5,963,752 Jinho Doo 97,941,493 1,988,717 5,963,752 Daisy Y. Ha 98,145,746 1,784,464 5,963,752 Joon Kyung Kim 97,843,397 2,086,813 5,963,752 Kevin S. Kim 97,074,668 2,855,542 5,963,752 Steven S. Koh 98,702,700 1,227,510 5,963,752 William J. Lewis 98,126,931 1,803,279 5,963,752 David P. Malone 96,777,355 3,152,855 5,963,752 Lisa K. Pai 98,746,685 1,183,525 5,963,752 Mary E. Thigpen 98,465,172 1,465,038 5,963,752 Scott Yoon-Suk Whang 79,243,908 20,686,302 5,963,752 Dale S. Zuehls 96,328,545 3,601,665 5,963,752 Each of the nominees noted above was re-elected to serve as members of the board of directors of the Company until the Company’s next annual meeting of stockholders and until their successors are duly elected and qualified.”
Earnings Releases

HOPE BANCORP INC reported first quarter ended March 31, 2023 results: net income $39.1 million, EPS $0.33 per diluted common share.

“For the three months ended March 31, 2023, net income totaled $39.1 million, or $0.33 per diluted common share.”

David P. Malone departed as Interim Chief Financial Officer at HOPE BANCORP INC.

“David P. Malone, who was serving as Interim Chief Financial Officer of the Company and the Bank since January 6, 2023, stepped down from these positions on April 17, 2023 and will serve as an advisor through April 30, 2023, at a rate of $46,396 per month, to assist with the transition process.”

Julianna Balicka was appointed as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at HOPE BANCORP INC.

“On April 17, 2023, Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) announced the appointment of Julianna Balicka, age 45, as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (principal financial officer) of the Company and its wholly owned subsidiary, Bank of Hope (the “Bank”), effective immediately.”
Earnings Releases

HOPE BANCORP INC reported the full year ended December 31, 2022 results: revenue $305.6 million, net income $218.3 million, EPS $1.81 per diluted common share.

“For the full year ended December 31, 2022, net income totaled $218.3 million, or $1.81 per diluted common share, compared with $204.6 million, or $1.66 per diluted common share for the year ended December 31, 2021. Pre-provision net revenue for the full year 2022 increased 16.2% to $305.6 million from $263.1 million for 2021.”
Earnings Releases

HOPE BANCORP INC reported the three months ended December 31, 2022 results: revenue $78.1 million, net income $51.7 million, EPS $0.43 per diluted common share.

“For the three months ended December 31, 2022, net income totaled $51.7 million, or $0.43 per diluted common share. This compares with net income of $53.7 million, or $0.45 per diluted common share, in the preceding third quarter and $51.6 million, or $0.43 per diluted common share, in the year-ago fourth quarter. Pre-provision net revenue (1) totaled $78.1 million for the 2022 fourth quarter, versus $82.6 million for the 2022 third quarter and $72.2 million for the 2021 fourth quarter.”

David P. Malone was appointed as Interim Chief Financial Officer at HOPE BANCORP INC.

“The Company also announced that David P. Malone will step in and serve as Interim Chief Financial Officer until a new Chief Financial Officer is appointed.”

Alex Ko resigned as Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at HOPE BANCORP INC.

“On January 6, 2023, the Company announced that Alex Ko has resigned from his position as Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the Company and the Bank, effective January 6, 2023, in order to pursue other opportunities.”

Kevin S. Kim changed role as President of the Bank at HOPE BANCORP INC.

“Also effective January 1, 2022, Kevin S. Kim, age 64, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company and Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Bank, will re-assume the role of President of the Bank.”

Peter Koh was appointed as Chief Operating Officer of the Bank at HOPE BANCORP INC.

“Peter Koh, age 44, will succeed Mr. Malone as Chief Operating Officer of the Bank effective as of January 1, 2022.”

David P. Malone retired as President and Chief Operating Officer of the Bank at HOPE BANCORP INC.

“David P. Malone, President and Chief Operating Officer of the Bank, announced his decision to retire and resign as President and Chief Operating Officer of the Bank effective as of December 31, 2021.”

Lisa K. Pai was appointed as Director at HOPE BANCORP INC.

“On December 7, 2021, Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) appointed Lisa K. Pai to the Board of Directors of the Company and its wholly owned subsidiary, Bank of Hope (the “Bank”), effective immediately”

Mary E. ("Mimi") Thigpen was appointed as Director at HOPE BANCORP INC.

“On July 29, 2021, Hope Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) appointed Mary E. ("Mimi") Thigpen to the Board of Directors of the Company and its wholly owned subsidiary, Bank of Hope, effective August 1, 2021”

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