Kailua-Kona, HI – Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union (HCFCU) is pleased to announce Steven Kaneko as the new Branch Manager of its Kealakekua Branch. Born and raised in Kona, Steven brings over 30 years of banking experience, deep community ties, and a strong commitment to serving Hawaiʻi Island residents.
Steven joins HCFCU after a successful 23-year career with Bank of Hawaii, where he excelled in roles such as Business Banking Officer, Branch Manager, and most recently, Commercial Banking Officer. Prior to that, he built his banking foundation at Finance Factors, serving as a Management Trainee, Loan Officer, and eventually Branch Manager.
Since returning to Kona in 2010, Steven has been an active and dedicated member of his community. He currently serves as Treasurer for the Japanese Cultural Center of Kona, Vice President of the Kona Japanese Civic Association, Secretary of the Konawaena Foundation, Assistant Treasurer for the Kona Hongwanji Buddhist Temple, and is an active member of the Lions Club of Kona.
An alum of the University of Michigan, Steven earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration with an emphasis in Marketing. He is a proud 2007 Honolulu Marathon finisher and enjoys spending his free time with his family and on the golf course.
“I’m honored to join Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union and excited to return to a role serving my Kona community,” said Kaneko. “HCFCU’s reputation for local commitment, personalized service, and community giving aligns with the values I hold close. I look forward to building relationships with our members and leading the Kealakekua team.”
Tricia Buskirk, President and CEO of Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union, welcomed Steven, stating, “We’re thrilled to have Steven join our HCFCU ohana. His leadership experience, deep understanding of banking, and passion for serving Kona make him the perfect fit to lead our Kealakekua Branch.”
With Steven at the helm, members can look forward to the continued exceptional service and strong local connections that HCFCU is known for. Please join us in welcoming Steven Kaneko to Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union and congratulating him on his new role.
Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union is a not-for-profit, federally insured financial institution owned by its 47,000 members. HCFCU’s branches are located in Hilo, Honokaa, Kailua-Kona, Kaloko, Kealakekua, and Kohala. Additionally, HCFCU has Student Credit Unions in Hilo, Honokaʻa, Kealakehe, Kohala, and Konawaena High Schools. HCFCU provides service minded financial professionals that will help facilitate mortgage, land, construction, small business, education, personal and auto loans. HCFCU also offers complete checking and savings services, drive up tellers; credit and debit cards with rewards; online and mobile banking; investment services and youth programs. HCFCU also supports numerous Hawaii Island non- profit organizations and community events. Membership in Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union is open to all Hawaii Island residents.
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Kailua-Kona, HI – Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union (HCFCU) is pleased to announce Steven Kaneko as the new Branch Manager of its Kealakekua Branch. Born and raised in Kona, Steven brings over 30 years of banking experience, deep community ties, and a strong commitment to serving Hawaiʻi Island residents.