Hanmi Financial Corp. Announces Departure of Chief Financial Officer

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

Hanmi Financial Corporation (Nasdaq:HAFC), the holding company of Hanmi Bank, announced that Michael J. Winiarski, its Chief Financial Officer, has resigned effective October 5, 2007 to take a similar position with a privately held bank in Los Angeles.

"Since joining Hanmi in 2003, Mike has been a valuable part of our management team," said Sung Won Sohn, Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer. "We were sorry to learn of his decision to leave the bank, and we wish him the very best in his future endeavors."

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 24 full-service offices in Los Angeles, Orange, San Francisco, Santa Clara, San Diego and San Bernardino counties. Hanmi Bank specializes in commercial, SBA, trade finance and consumer lending, and is a recognized community leader. Hanmi Bank's mission is to provide varied quality products and premier services to its customers and to maximize shareholder value. Additional information is available at www.hanmifinancial.com.

Source: Hanmi Financial Corporation

Released October 5, 2007