Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union (HCFCU) is proud to announce Moani Mathews as their 2023 Employee of the Year. This recognition highlights Moani’s exceptional contributions and reflects her accountability, integrity, and commitment to excellence.
As a Support Services Coordinator at the Kaloko Facility, Moani goes above and beyond for the credit union. She is always willing to teach others, lend a helping hand, and keep HCFCU members happy and satisfied.
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In addition to celebrating the Employee of the Year, HCFCU also recognizes numerous staff members and a volunteer for their milestone anniversaries. Lisa Carvalho was honored for 35 years of service, while Neivbea Zane was recognized for 26 years. Alison Wilson, Christina Martin, and Jan Baldado each celebrated 20 years with the Credit Union. Nohea Lee and Crystal Williams were each acknowledged for a decade of service. Faren Lopez, and Natasha Paglinawan-Poʻa each marked six years. Five-year service awards were given to Cleofe Carvalho, Iwanohealani Liufau, Irish Bautista, and Amanda Gonzalez. Additionally, volunteer Merrick Nishimoto was recognized for five years of dedicated service.
"We are incredibly proud to honor these outstanding individuals," said Tricia Buskirk, HCFCU President and CEO. "Their dedication and continuous efforts to provide exceptional service to our members are truly commendable. Their commitment is a cornerstone of our success and growth as a credit union."
Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union is a not-for-profit, federally insured financial institution owned by its 45,000 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.