20-year financial services veteran Jennifer Walker named Central Pacific Bank Hilo Branch Manager

HILO, HI (May 16, 2024) – Veteran financial services professional Jennifer Walker has been named manager of Central Pacific Bank’s Hilo Branch. The announcement was made today by Francine Komine, Central Pacific Bank Vice President and Intra-Island Market Manager.

In her new position, Walker will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the branch, managing its balance sheet growth and overseeing the development of both personal and business bankers, with a focus on cross-selling traditional and non-traditional products and services.

Most recently, Walker served as a Senior Branch Office Administrator for a mainland Investment Management Company with an office in Hilo, where she collaborated with the staff to service  accounts and enhance account relationships. Prior to that, she held progressive management positions in personal and business banking with Fifth Third Bank and Wells Fargo Bank.

“We are fortunate to have someone with Jenn’s experience,” said Komine. “Not only is she a very accomplished banker, but she also has many of the values that CPB considers important, including exceptional service to customers and to the community.”

“I am very grateful for the opportunity that CPB has afforded me,” said Walker. “I consider it an honor to service my customers and I will do everything I can to make the bank’s Hilo branch an even greater success.”

Originally from Nevada, Walker attended Trevecca Nazarene College. She resides in Kaumana, City, Hilo, with her two children.

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About Central Pacific Bank

Central Pacific Financial Corp. is a Hawaii-based bank holding company with approximately $7.41 billion in assets as of March 31, 2024. Central Pacific Bank, its primary subsidiary, operates 27 branches and 55 ATMs in the State of Hawaii. Central Pacific Financial Corp. is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the symbol "CPF." For additional information, please visit: cpb.bank