Hope Bancorp, Inc. promoted Peter J. Koh to President & Chief Operating Officer of its subsidiary, Bank of Hope. The promotion is effective April 1, 2026. Mr. Koh previously served as Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the Bank. Kevin S. Kim will continue as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of both the Company and the Bank, and as President of the Company. Mr. Koh's compensation will increase, including a base salary of $600,000, a short-term incentive target of 80% of salary, and a long-term incentive target of 80% of base salary, all effective April 1, 2026. Mr. Koh is related to former director and Honorary Chairman Steven S. Koh, who retired on December 31, 2025.