Rachael Young, BBA ‘95, has been appointed human resources director at Palolo Chinese Home. Young has 23 years of experience, having held positions with Fletcher Jones Automotive, Lanakila Pacific and Kobayashi Travel Service.

Vince Otsuka, BBA ‘95, president & chief executive officer of Aloha Pacific Federal Credit Union, was named Business Leader of the Year for the Big Business category at Pacific Business News’ (PBN) 2022 Business Leadership Hawaii awards. Each year, PBN recognizes leaders who have made important contributions to their companies, industries and communities.

Tony Soh, BBA ‘90, has been named chief executive officer of the National Volunteer & Philanthropy Centre in Singapore. In this leadership role, he works closely with partners and the community to deepen and grow a culture of giving.

Matt Takamine, BBA ‘98, has been promoted to executive managing director and captive practice leader at Brown & Brown. In his elevated role, he is responsible for all of the company’s captive management and consulting services. Takamine recently served as the keynote speaker at Shidler’s 2022 Scholarship Luncheon.

Todd Takayama, BBA ‘90, has been promoted to president at First Insurance Company of Hawaii. In this role, he oversees the company’s finance, marketing, legal and claims departments while  continuing to serve as chief underwriting officer.