Lonny Robinson Joins Hanmi Financial as Interim Chief Financial Officer
October 11 2011 - 7:45AM
Hanmi Financial Corporation (Nasdaq:HAFC), the holding company for
Hanmi Bank, today announced that Lonny D. Robinson, age 54, will
join its executive management team as Interim Chief Financial
Officer of Hanmi Financial Corporation ("Hanmi") and Hanmi Bank
(the "Bank"), effective October 14, 2011. Mr. Robinson will serve
as Interim Chief Financial Officer pending final bank regulatory
approval. Mr. Robinson succeeds Brian Cho, who is retiring as
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective
October 14, 2011. Mr. Cho's retirement is unrelated to the
financial condition or financial reporting of Hanmi or the Bank.
"We are extremely fortunate to have Lonny join our executive
team," said Jay S. Yoo, President and Chief Executive
Officer. "Lonny is a seasoned industry veteran with in-depth
knowledge of the banking industry and public ownership
sector. His individual expertise and demonstrated leadership
will bring a unique perspective on issues that will be of great
value to our institution as we position ourselves for future
success."
"We also wish to thank Brian for his dedication and service over
the past few years," continued Yoo. "Brian's superior business
and financial acumen were extremely important in guiding us through
the recent economic downturn."
"I am excited to be returning to Southern California and working
with the Hanmi management team to create a dynamic and
market-leading franchise in the region," said Mr. Robinson. "I
am confident the opportunities in the Korean American banking arena
have great potential for Hanmi Bank."
Mr. Robinson brings over 25 years of banking experience, and has
previously served as chief financial officer for a number of
community banks throughout the United States, most notably as CFO
for Center Financial for three years. Mr. Robinson is
experienced in SEC reporting for public companies, raising capital,
merger and acquisitions, FDIC assisted transactions, investment
portfolio management, enterprise risk management, and regulatory
affairs. Prior to embarking on his banking career, Mr.
Robinson was a CPA with Ernst & Young specializing in banks and
small business audits.
As a graduate of Westminster College in New Wilmington,
Pennsylvania in accounting, Mr. Robinson also attended Executive
Bank Management Schools at the University of Georgia and the
University of Texas.
About Hanmi Financial Corporation
Headquartered in Los Angeles, Hanmi Bank, a wholly-owned
subsidiary of Hanmi Financial Corporation, provides services to the
multi-ethnic communities of California, with 27 full-service
offices in Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, San Francisco,
Santa Clara and San Diego counties, and a loan production office in
Washington State. Hanmi Bank specializes in commercial, SBA and
trade finance lending, and is a recognized community leader. Hanmi
Bank's mission is to provide a full range of quality products and
premier services to its customers and to maximize shareholder
value. Additional information is available at www.hanmi.com.
CONTACT: Hanmi Financial Corporation
David Yang
Investor Relations Officer
(213) 637-4798
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