David Hope

David Hope is an experienced banking professional with a focus on corporate finance and relationship management. Currently serving as the Area Manager for Corporate Property Finance at Westpac New Zealand since April 2008, David has held various leadership roles including acting Area Manager for Corporate Banking in the Waikato region and Head of Industry for Manufacturing & Wholesale Trade. David's expertise encompasses managing teams of relationship managers and strategizing for business banking across diverse sectors. Prior to joining Westpac, David worked at the Bank of New Zealand in several senior positions, including Senior Business Manager and Manager of Credit Restructuring, managing large client portfolios and impaired assets. David holds multiple qualifications in banking and business studies, further enhancing a robust professional background.