Describe yourself in three words:

Nimble: Creative; Resilient

How has your career shifted from the impact of the 2020 pandemic?

I went from working in the office to working from home with my dog. I got comfortable and into a good groove of telecommuting. Now, I’m back in the office as of January 2021 at Central Pacific Bank’s new coworking space—Tidepools@CPB!

How do you manage stress and self-care?

I enjoy going to the beach, golfing, talking long walks, and, safely, spending time with family and friends. Self-care and stress management are the most underrated, understated, yet, critical aspects of our lives. The COVID-19 pandemic paired with telecommuting made it easy to work long, strenuous hours; it was about three months in that I realized I needed to self-care and destress. Taking an hour or two out of each day to unplug made all the difference.

What are your favorite virtual tools to use currently in business?

FaceTime, Microsoft Teams, and Zoom—staying connected while apart.

Did you always want this career track?

Yes, I’ve always sought to be in a career where I’m in a nimble position, a utility player on the team, and ready for new opportunities and projects while contributing my best work. I’m grateful for all of the mentors.

If you could look into a crystal ball, what would you want to know about your future?

None of it, I just want to enjoy living in the moment and taking life day by day.

What are two of the proudest accomplishments of your career?

Being part of the #KeepHawaiiCooking team, with the ability to support the local community and restaurant industry when COVID first hit. As well as being part of the team to unveil and launch the new Central Pacific Plaza and the Bank’s new brand. It’s moments like these that we will look back in history in amazement and awe of how we pivoted and thrived.