KB Financial names Choi to head card unit

KB Financial Group nominated Choi Gi-eui to head its new subsidiary KB Koomin Card on Monday.

Choi currently heads the group planning the launch of KB Kookmin Card as a separate subsidiary. 

If approved at the inaugural shareholder’s meeting, Choi will become the first president of KB Financial Group’s credit card subsidiary, which is scheduled to be launched March 2.

Choi, who holds a Ph.D. degree from Kyung Hee University, has served in key positions within the financial group including vice chief of credit and strategic planning.

(cheesuk@heraldcorp.com)