SEC Form 6-K filed by KB Financial Group Inc

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Professor, Startup College, Gachon University

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Professor, Startup College, Gachon University (Sept. 2023~Current)

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Chief Director, Gangwon Center for Creative Economy and Innovation (May 2022~Feb. 2025)

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Professor, Department of Multimedia & IT Engineering, Gangneung-Wonju National University (Sept. 1992~Aug. 2023)

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Non-Executive Director, Kakao Corp. (Oct. 2014~Feb. 2020)

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Senior Research Fellow, Korea Institute of Finance

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Senior Research Fellow, Korea Institute of Finance (Apr. 2018~Current)

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Director, Center for International Financial Cooperation, Korea Institute of Finance
(Mar. 2023~ Jul. 2024)

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Non-Executive Director, Woori Financial Capital, Co., Ltd. (Sept. 2021~ Mar. 2024)

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Member, Sanction Review Committee, Financial Supervisory Service (Nov. 2019~Nov. 2022)

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Member, Postal Services Steering Committee (Apr. 2018~Apr. 2022)

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Professional Director, Korea Federation of Savings Banks (Mar. 2016~Mar. 2019)

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Member, Financial Creditors’ Coordination Committee (Jun. 2016~Nov. 2018)

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Vice President, Korea Money and Finance Association (Jun. 2016~Jun. 2018)

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Vice President, Korea Institute of Finance (Apr. 2016~Mar. 2018)

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Director of Research Strategy and External Affairs Division, Korea Institute of Finance
(Jan. 2016~Apr. 2016)

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Managing Partner, Wiz Law Group

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Managing Partner, Wiz Law Group (Dec. 2025~Current)

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Legal Counsel, Seoul Regional Office of the National Tax Service (May. 2025~Current)

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Member, Tax Ruling Review Committee, Ministry of Finance and Economy (Feb. 2023~Current)

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Non-Executive Director, Hanwha Solutions (Mar. 2020~Current)⁽⁴⁾

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Partner, Wiz Law Group (Jan. 2019~Nov. 2025)

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Non-Executive Director, Hyundai Capital Co., Ltd. (Mar. 2022~Mar. 2025)

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Member, Legal Interpretation Review Committee, Financial Services Commission (Feb. 2021~Jan. 2025)

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Member, Management and Budget Review Committee, Financial Services Commission
(Jul. 2022~Jun. 2024)

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Member, Sanctions Review Committee, Financial Supervisory Service (Mar. 2022~Feb. 2024)

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Member, Financial Development Review Committee, Financial Services Commission
(Feb. 2020~Feb. 2022)

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Non-Executive Director, Haatz Co., Ltd. (Mar. 2017~Mar. 2021)

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Member, Listing Review Committee, Korea Exchange (Mar. 2019~Feb. 2021)

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Non-Executive Director, Hanwha General Insurance Co., Ltd. (Mar. 2019~Mar. 2020)

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Member, the Disciplinary Committee of Korea Exchange (Mar. 2016~Feb. 2019)

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Partner, Dikeion Law Group (Nov. 2008~Dec. 2018)

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Non-standing Commissioner Tax Tribunal (Jul. 2009~Jun. 2018)

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Non-Executive Director, Hansol Chemical Co., Ltd. (Mar. 2014~Mar. 2017)

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He will carry out the designated roles and responsibilities of a non-executive director to help KB Financial Group realize customers’ happiness and a better world through the new financial paradigm the Group is building, and to contribute to the development of the financial industry through shared growth with the people.

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A preeminent expert in the Digital/IT sector, he holds a Ph.D. in Electronic Engineering and served as a Professor of Multimedia Engineering for 30 years. He is currently a professor at Gachon University Startup College. He possesses deep insights into rapidly evolving industry trends and the capability to contribute meaningfully to the Company’s strategic decision-making processes.

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With 10 years of experience as a Non-executive Director at Kakao and KB Financial Group, he has developed a deep understanding of corporate governance. Leveraging his expertise in Digital/IT and AI, he is committed to moving beyond the traditional role of monitoring and supervising management. Instead, he will take a proactive and engaged role by fostering organic communication with executives and employees.

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Furthermore, he will faithfully discharge his duties to establish a foundation for sustainable growth through the advancement of KB Financial Group’s governance, represent the interests of shareholders, and protect all financial consumers.

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He will carry out the designated roles and responsibilities of a non-executive director to help KB Financial Group realize customers’ happiness and a better world through the new financial paradigm the Group is building, and to contribute to the development of the financial industry through shared growth with the people.

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He is a macroeconomics expert and holds a Ph.D. in economics. After beginning his career at the Bank of Korea, he moved to the Korea Institute of Finance (KIF). His leadership tenure at KIF includes serving as the Vice President and head of various research divisions, including Corporate Debt and Planning. He is currently a Senior Research Fellow in the Digital Finance Research Division, leveraging his deep expertise in macroeconomic and international finance.

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Based on his expertise in macroeconomics and risk management, he has served as a non-executive director at financial institutions across various sectors, including Woori Financial Capital Co., Ltd. and the Korea Federation of Savings Banks. Having served as a non-executive director of KB Financial Group for the past two years, he has demonstrated a deep understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the position by analyzing key issues from diverse perspectives.

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In today’s financial environment, characterized by heightened uncertainty and frequently evolving regulatory standards, he will leverage his extensive experience and expertise in the financial and economic sectors to help ensure that the Group operates its business in a stable manner and safeguards customer assets through robust and systematic risk management.

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He will review all agenda items with a rational and balanced perspective and participate in the decision-making process to ensure that the interests of not only customers but also all shareholders are prioritized. He remains committed to faithfully performing his duties as a non-executive director.

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He will carry out the designated roles and responsibilities of a non-executive director to help KB Financial Group realize customers’ happiness and a better world through the new financial paradigm the Group is building, and to contribute to the development of the financial industry through shared growth with the people.

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He is a distinguished legal and tax expert with a career that began by passing the Higher Civil Service Examination (Finance and Economy track) and serving at the National Tax Service. Subsequently, he passed the National Bar Examination and has practiced law for over 20 years at leading firms, including Shin & Kim, Dikeion Law Group, and Wiz Law Group (currently The Wiz).

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Beyond his legal and tax expertise, he has significantly deepened his understanding of the financial sector through diverse roles. His experience includes serving as the Head of the M&A Team in the IB Division at Shinyoung Securities, and as a non-executive director for Hanwha General Insurance and Hyundai Capital. Furthermore, he has contributed to public financial policy as a member of the Financial Services Commission’s committees on legal interpretation, financial development, and management budget review

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Having served for more than a decade as a non-executive director for various corporations, including financial institutions, he possesses a clear and profound understanding of the importance of corporate governance. He is committed to overseeing the management’s performance with objectivity and fairness, ensuring that KB Financial Group secures and maintains the highest level of trust from its shareholders and stakeholders.

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He will not only diligently review all agenda items to support rational decision-making but also leverage his legal expertise to proactively mitigate risks associated with key corporate issues. Without representing any specific interests, he will faithfully discharge his duties in the interests of all shareholders and financial consumers.

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The nominee is a preeminent expert in the ICT sector, and is currently serving as a professor at Gachon University Startup College. In addition to his extensive academic career, he has accumulated significant practical experience by serving as a business advisor at leading tech companies such as NHN Japan and e-Samsung Japan.

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Over the past four years, he has faithfully performed the fundamental roles of a non-executive director in decision-making and in overseeing and supervising the Group’s major corporate operations. He has proactively applied his expertise by receiving regular briefings on the Group’s AI, Digital, and IT strategic plans and providing management with critical feedback to drive technological excellence.

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His dedicated efforts have served as a vital foundation for KB Financial Group’s successful AI and digital transformation, enabling the Group to secure core competitiveness for the future of finance. Furthermore, he has played a key role in ensuring a robust response to cybersecurity and information security issues, which are increasingly critical in the current financial landscape.

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Leveraging a decade of experience as a non-executive director at both KB Financial Group and Kakao, he has served as the Chairman of the non-executive director nomination committee since March 2025. In this capacity, he has contributed significantly to the transparency and independence of the Group’s corporate governance. Based on his proven expertise and profound experience, we are confident he will continue to excel in his role and hereby recommend him for re-appointment as a non-executive Director.

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The nominee is a macroeconomics expert holding a Ph.D. in economics. He has held several key leadership positions at the Korea Institute of Finance (KIF), including Director of the Macroeconomic and International Finance Division, Head of the Corporate Debt Research Center, Director of the Planning and Cooperation Division and Vice President. He currently serves as a Senior Research Fellow at the institute.

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Based on his profound knowledge and insights across finance, economics, and risk management—along with a deep understanding of international financial markets—he possesses top-tier expertise capable of providing strategic policy directions for both global business operations and comprehensive financial risk management.

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Since his appointment as a non-executive director of KB Financial Group in March 2024, the nominee has led discussions on key corporate issues with balanced judgment, bridging theoretical depth and practical field experience. In 2025, he served as the inaugural chairman of the newly established Internal Control Committee. In this role, he established the institutional foundation necessary to implement an effective, integrated management and supervision system for internal controls.

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Leveraging his extensive experience at the Bank of Korea and the KIF, he has accurately identified core challenges amidst evolving financial environments and regulatory standards, providing management with the insights needed to drive the Group’s stable growth. We believe his academic insights and broad policy perspectives will continue to significantly enhance the professionalism and independence of the Board and its committees. Accordingly, he is recommended as a nominee for re-appointment as a non-executive director.

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The nominee is a legal expert with a distinguished career, having passed both the Higher Civil Service Examination and the National Bar Examination. His professional background includes experience at the National Tax Service and the Ministry of Finance and Economy, complemented by an extensive tenure at law firms providing specialized counsel on financial, administrative and corporate matters

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In particular, he possesses a profound understanding of the financial industry through his broad advisory activities for key financial regulatory bodies, including the Financial Services Commission, the Financial Supervisory Service, and the Korea Customs Service. Furthermore, he has cultivated extensive expertise in corporate governance by serving as a non-executive director for over a decade at numerous companies, including Hansol Chemical, Hanwha General Insurance, Haatz, Hyundai Capital, and Hanwha Solutions.

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As a lawyer with a background in public service, his extensive experience across both the public and private sectors will contribute to the Board’s ability to clarify key issues and lead discussions from a balanced perspective. Additionally, the broad professional network the nominee possesses will be instrumental in helping the Group to gather information promptly on changes in the financial environment and major trends, and to respond proactively to such changes.

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The Board of Directors believes that the nominee’s professional expertise and comprehensive experience in corporate governance will significantly contribute to the long-term enhancement of KB Financial Group’s corporate value by ensuring the protection of shareholders and financial consumers. Accordingly, he is recommended as a candidate for a new non-executive director.

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Auditor, Mercedes-Benz Financial Services Korea Limited (Apr. 2017~Mar. 2023)

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Non-Executive Director, Pulmuone Co., Ltd. (Jun. 2016~Mar. 2022)

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Visiting Professor, Sogang University / Lecturer, KAIST (Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology) (Mar. 2016~Dec. 2016)

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President & CEO, KT Capital Corporation (Feb. 2014~Sept. 2015)

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She will carry out the designated roles and responsibilities of a non-executive director to help KB Financial Group realize customers’ happiness and a better world through the new financial paradigm the Group is building, and to contribute to the development of the financial industry through shared growth with the people.

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She has extensive experience as a finance expert, having served as an executive officer of finance and investor relations at KT Corporation and as the CFO of KTF, BC Card, and KT Capital Corporation. At KT Capital Corporation, she has also served as the first female CEO within the KT Group. In addition, she holds a Ph.D. in accounting and has accumulated profound insights and experience in accounting through her university lectures and her role as a standing auditor at Mercedes-Benz Financial Services Korea.

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As a non-executive director of KB Financial Group for the past three years, she has consistently taken a deep interest in the Group’s major issues and proposed a wide range of solutions. Furthermore, by balancing appropriate oversight and support for the management, she has faithfully fulfilled the roles and responsibilities of a non-executive director to ensure the Board considers the interests of both the Group and its shareholders in a balanced manner.

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Since assuming the role of Chairman of the Board in March 2025, she has provided opinions from an independent perspective, driving KB’s growth as a leader in corporate governance. Moving forward, rather than merely accepting reports from management, she will continue to represent the interests of all shareholders and financial consumers by closely examining and questioning internal and external risk factors from a long-term perspective. She is committed to faithfully discharging the duties of a non-executive director to ensure the Group’s sustainable growth and value creation.

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The nominee is an expert across the financial industry who has served as a managing director of finance and investor relations at KT Corporation, the CFO and Senior Managing Director of BC Card, the President and CEO of KT Capital Corporation, and the auditor of Mercedes-Benz Financial Services Korea. In particular, with a Ph.D. in accounting and an AICPA license, she possesses a high level of insight and expertise in accounting based on her university lectures and practical experiences in the corporate field.

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The nominee has accumulated profound insight and wisdom through diverse professional experiences across both non-financial and financial industries. Furthermore, the nominee possesses extensive knowledge of corporate governance as a whole, including audit systems, and demonstrates the highest level of expertise required for a non-executive director.

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As the current Chairman of the Board, the nominee has demonstrated exceptional soft skills and inclusive leadership, fostering continuous communication and building trust with both management and fellow non-executive directors to ensure the Board operates seamlessly based on the principles of checks and balances. In addressing highly sensitive issues, the nominee has maintained a neutral stance and provided strong leadership, ensuring the Board effectively oversees management while preserving a mutual balance.

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As the Chairman of the Board, the nominee has not only provided opinions from an independent perspective to help the Group grow further as a leader in corporate governance, but has also demonstrated a responsible commitment to the Group’s sustainable growth by actively engaging with external stakeholders, including supervisory authorities and institutional shareholders. We expect the nominee to continue playing a pivotal role in enhancing the Group’s corporate value and highly recommend her as a candidate for re-appointment as a non-executive director.

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The nominee not only satisfies the basic qualification requirements for an Audit Committee member as stipulated by relevant laws and internal regulations but also qualifies as the accounting expert mandated to be included in the Audit Committee under the Act on the Corporate Governance of Financial Companies.

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The nominee holds a Ph.D. in accounting and possesses profound insight and professional expertise in the field, built upon a foundation of academic lecturing and extensive practical experience in the corporate sector.

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The nominee has extensive experience in corporate finance and served as a full-time auditor at Mercedes-Benz Financial Services Korea for six years, through which the nominee has accumulated profound insight and expertise in auditing. Accordingly, the nominee is deemed highly qualified to lead the Audit Committee fairly and independently from management.

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The nominee has served as a non-executive director of KB Financial Group and has also served as the Chairman of the Audit Committee. Considering her comprehensive expertise and experience in the fields of accounting and auditing, we believe the nominee will continue to faithfully fulfill the roles of an Audit Committee member. Accordingly, we recommend the nominee for the position.

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Professor, Law School, Sungkyunkwan University (Jun.2006~Current)

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Member, Corporate Governance Research Committee Member, Korea Institute of Corporate Governance and Sustainability (Sep. 2019~Sep. 2022)

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Member, Management Committee for the Key Industries Stabilization Fund
(May 2020~May 2022)

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Chairperson, Insolvency Law Institute of Korea (Jan. 2019~Jan. 2020)

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Non-executive director, SGI Seoul Guarantee Insurance (Jan. 2017~Dec. 2019)

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Non-executive director, Woori Bank, Co., Ltd. (Mar. 2016~Dec. 2016)

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Non-Standing Commissioner, Securities & Futures Commission (Nov. 2012~Nov. 2015)

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He will carry out the designated roles and responsibilities of a non-executive director to help KB Financial Group realize customers’ happiness and a better world through the new financial paradigm the Group is building, and to contribute to the development of the financial industry through shared growth with the people.

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He is a distinguished legal professional with extensive experience in both practice and academia. After passing the Judicial Examination, he built a solid professional foundation as an attorney at a leading law firm. He has been serving as a Professor at Sungkyunkwan University Law School for 19 years. In addition, through his service as a member of the Corporate Governance Research Committee of the Korea ESG Standards Institute and as a non-executive director at other financial institutions, he has developed a high level of expertise and understanding in corporate governance.

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As a legal expert, he will faithfully discharge his duties and responsibilities as a non-executive director by conducting multifaceted reviews of the Group’s key issues and providing practical insights to minimize legal risks. Furthermore, drawing upon his extensive experience and professional expertise, he will meticulously assess the legality of board resolutions and other corporate matters to support the Board of Directors in making rational and informed decisions.

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In response to the evolving regulatory landscape, including amendments to the Commercial Act that strengthen the Board’s duty of loyalty to shareholders, he is committed to equitably representing the interests of all shareholders. Furthermore, he will faithfully discharge his duties as a non-executive director to ensure the sustainable growth of KB Financial Group by prioritizing financial consumer protection, thereby creating long-term value for all stakeholders.

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The nominee is a distinguished legal expert representing academia, currently serving as a Professor at Sungkyunkwan University Law School. With a career that includes serving as a non-executive director at Woori Bank and SGI Seoul Guarantee Insurance, he is now in his third year as a non-executive director of KB Financial Group, possessing a high level of expertise and profound understanding of corporate governance.

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He has faithfully fulfilled the Board’s oversight function by providing independent perspectives to minimize legal risks associated with agenda items. Furthermore, he has contributed to establishing a transparent governance structure by proactively reviewing legal risks and offering preventive insights on key issues, such as the formulation and implementation of ‘Value-up’ policies and global expansion strategies.

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In particular, having served as the Chair of the Risk Management Committee for two consecutive years, he has played a pivotal role in preemptively reviewing risk management frameworks, contributing to the Group’s growth based on robust asset quality. He is also highly regarded for his proactive leadership in collaborating with management to address core issues and developing Board-level strategic responses.

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Based on his extensive legal knowledge and keen insights, the Board believes he will continue to enhance the Board’s independence and the integrity of its decision-making process. As he is expected to significantly contribute to the stabilization of governance and the Group’s sustainable growth, he is highly recommended as a candidate for re-appointment as a non-executive director.

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The nominee fully satisfies all qualification requirements for an Audit Committee member as prescribed by relevant laws and internal regulations.

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As a renowned legal expert currently serving as a Professor at Sungkyunkwan University Law School, he is a leading academic figure in the fields of insolvency law and corporate restructuring. Based on his extensive legal knowledge, he is expected to play a pivotal role in strengthening the Audit Committee’s functions and ensuring its independent, objective, and fair operation, free from management influence.

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During his three-year tenure as a member of the Audit Committee of KB Financial Group, he has consistently proposed measures to mitigate the Group’s legal risks through active dialogue with management. He has also made significant contributions to ensuring the Committee performs its duties in strict accordance with relevant laws by re-examining matters from a constructive and multifaceted perspective.

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Based on the practical experience he has accumulated as a legal professional, the Board believes he will continue to perform his duties on the Audit Committee with a fair, objective, and balanced perspective. Therefore, he is highly recommended for appointment as a member of the Audit Committee.

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Representative Director, E-JUNG Accounting Corporation

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Managing Partner, Wiz Law Group

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Managing Partner, Wiz Law Group (Dec. 2025~Current)

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Legal Counsel, Seoul Regional Office of the National Tax Service (May. 2025~Current)

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Member, Tax Ruling Review Committee, Ministry of Finance and Economy (Feb. 2023~Current)

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Non-Executive Director, Hanwha Solutions (Mar. 2020~Current)⁽³⁾

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Partner, Wiz Law Group (Jan. 2019~Nov. 2025)

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Non-Executive Director, Hyundai Capital Co., Ltd. (Mar. 2022~Mar. 2025)

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Member, Legal Interpretation Review Committee, Financial Services Commission (Feb. 2021~Jan. 2025)

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Member, Management and Budget Review Committee, Financial Services Commission (Jul. 2022~Jun. 2024)

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Member, Sanctions Review Committee, Financial Supervisory Service
(Mar. 2022~Feb. 2024)

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Member, Financial Development Review Committee, Financial Services Commission (Feb. 2020~Feb. 2022)

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Non-Executive Director, Haatz Co., Ltd. (Mar. 2017~Mar. 2021)

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Member, Listing Review Committee, Korea Exchange
(Mar. 2019~Feb. 2021)

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Non-Executive Director, Hanwha General Insurance Co., Ltd.
(Mar. 2019~Mar. 2020)

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Member, the Disciplinary Committee of Korea Exchange
(Mar. 2016~Feb. 2019)

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Partner, Dikeion Law Group (Nov. 2008~Dec. 2018)

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Non-standing Commissioner Tax Tribunal (Jul. 2009~Jun. 2018)

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Non-Executive Director, Hansol Chemical Co., Ltd. (Mar. 2014~Mar. 2017)

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The nominee not only fully satisfies the basic qualification requirements for an Audit Committee member under relevant laws and internal regulations, but is also an accounting expert, a designation required for at least one member of the Audit Committee under the Act on Corporate Governance of Financial Companies.

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As a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with 29 years of dedicated experience in auditing, he possesses a profound understanding of financial holding companies, gained through his extensive involvement in M&A and mid-to-long-term strategic planning for various financial institutions.

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Despite being appointed as the Chair of the Audit Committee in his first year as a non-executive director of the Group—a role demanding the highest level of independence and objectivity—he has successfully led the Committee to function as an effective independent oversight body through continuous communication and coordination of perspectives among its members.

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In particular, he is highly regarded for his meticulous execution of the Committee’s core functions in key areas such as internal control and accounting practices. Given his exceptional understanding of the Audit Committee’s roles and responsibilities, he is recommended as an ideal candidate to continue faithfully discharging these duties.

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The nominee fully satisfies all qualification requirements for an Audit Committee member as prescribed by relevant laws and internal regulations.

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As a legal expert with extensive experience as a non-executive director at multiple companies, he possesses a deep understanding of corporate governance. Drawing on his experience providing legal counsel to various industry-related organizations, he is expected to make significant contributions to ensuring the independent functioning of the Audit Committee.

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Notably, he has cultivated strong management and supervisory capabilities across the financial sector through his distinguished service on the Sanction Review Committee of the Financial Supervisory Service (FSS), the Legal Interpretation Committee of the Financial Services Commission (FSC), and the Self-Regulatory Committee of the Korea Financial Investment Association (KOFIA). He is also highly recognized for his professional expertise in the field of corporate law.

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Given the extensive capabilities he has built as a legal professional and his previous experience as an Audit Committee member at Hyundai Capital, he possesses both the independence and expertise required for this role. The Board recommends him as the ideal candidate to faithfully perform the supervisory function of auditing directors’ business execution through the rigorous review of internal control systems and business processes.