Hanmi Financial (NASDAQ:HAFC) is a bank holding company based in California, primarily operating through its wholly owned subsidiary, Hanmi Bank. Established in 1982 to serve the Korean‐American community in Los Angeles, the company has expanded its footprint to include branch locations throughout California as well as markets in Illinois, Texas and Washington State. Hanmi Bank offers a comprehensive suite of commercial and consumer banking products designed to meet the needs of small and medium‐sized businesses, professionals and individual clients.
On the commercial banking side, Hanmi Bank provides business checking and savings accounts, lines of credit, commercial real estate lending and SBA‐guaranteed loans. The bank leverages its expertise in serving niche industries—such as healthcare, real estate development and import‐export businesses—to deliver tailored financing solutions. Its consumer banking services include traditional deposit accounts, home mortgages, home equity lines of credit and auto loans, supported by online banking and mobile‐app capabilities.
In addition to core lending and deposit services, Hanmi Bank offers wealth management and trust services through partnerships with third‐party advisors. These services encompass investment advisory, retirement planning and insurance solutions, enabling clients to access a broader financial platform under one institutional umbrella. The bank also maintains an international banking center, facilitating trade finance, foreign exchange transactions and cross‐border cash management, which are particularly valued by its multinational and immigrant clientele.
Throughout its history, Hanmi Financial has focused on community engagement and bilingual customer support, maintaining a leadership team with deep ties to the communities it serves. The company adheres to regulatory standards and risk management practices overseen by its board of directors and executive officers. By combining local market expertise with a growing geographic presence, Hanmi Financial continues to position itself as a specialized regional lender and financial services provider.
