Bank of Hope is an FDIC-insured, super regional bank providing comprehensive personal, business, and corporate banking services tailored specifically to multicultural communities. The institution has been in operation for over 45 years and is ranked as one of America's 100 largest banks, as well as the 5th largest bank headquartered in California. It is also recognized as the largest Korean American bank in the United States.
The bank maintains a significant physical presence across 12 states in the Continental U.S., including Hawaii, with a notable concentration in Los Angeles. Its shares have traded on Nasdaq for more than 25 years. Bank of Hope's service offerings are structured around its core divisions: personal banking, business banking, and corporate banking.
Founded by Korean American immigrants, the bank's culture emphasizes financial inclusion and a commitment to financing the aspirations of diverse communities. Its operational model combines the security of a large financial institution with the service approach of a local bank, with a strong focus on small business lending.
