INNO FIRE AWARD

Jun 28, 2024 | Video Banking

HAWAII CENTRAL FEDERAL CREDIT UNION RECOGNIZED FOR TECH & INNOVATION!

The only financial institution in one of seven organizations recognized for tech and innovation by Pacific Business News (PBN), Hawaii Central is proud of this achievement. Hawaii Central was recognized for recent advancements and innovation to include our Video Banking services and Excess Share Insurance, insuring deposit accounts up to $750,000*!

When asked by PBN about what excites him the most about Hawaii Central, Executive Vice President Gary Nakata responded to say, “As technology advances, there are opportunities for us to better serve our members who are continually faced with the ever-increasing demands of day-to-day life…Through video banking and our suite of digital services offered by our virtual branch, members save time and money with the ability to transact from anywhere. Still, the best part about video banking is being greeted by the same friendly faces of the staff who go above and beyond to serve members every day.”

*Member deposit accounts are insured up to $250,000 by the NCUA and an additional $500,000 by Excess Share Insurance, for a total of $750,000.

ADVANTAGE CONTEST WINNER

Nov 3, 2023 | Video Banking, Contest, Chaminade

Chaminade Student Demetrius Wins a Grocery Delivery!

On November 2, we surprised Demetrius, a student at Chaminade who participated in our social media selfie contest, with a grocery delivery (a value of up to $350!). The contest was held in celebration of the launch of our ADVANTAGE program for young adults. The ADVANTAGE program is focused on helping young adults establish their finances, build credit and pay for school.

Demetrius, a Chaminade Silversword who met us at a new student orientation event, says he recently submitted his application for membership with Hawaii Central Federal Credit Union. In addition to learning about our student loans and the importance of establishing finances and building credit, he learned about the convenience of Video Banking. He plans to use the service to complete his application.

With no limit on contest entries, Demetrius was eager to win and submitted several entries. Perserverance and hard work pays off. Keep up the good work, and success will follow you everywhere, Demetrius! Congratulations from your `Ohana at Hawaii Central Federal Credit Union.

Video Freedom & Safety with Hawaii Central FCU Video Banking

Apr 5, 2023 | Video Banking, Press Room

VIDEO FREEDOM & SAFETY WITH HAWAII CENTRAL FCU VIDEO BANKING

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Launched in 2021 to accommodate members during the pandemic and keep our kupuna and other at-risk populations safe, Hawaii Central Federal Credit Union (Hawaii Central FCU) is well into year two of the Video Banking program. Hawaii Central FCU President Drake Tanabe says, “We recognize our at-risk and kupuna populations may still feel more comfortable conducting business from home, and we are currently working on a broadcast project to continue to get the word out to those in need of these services.” The program has also seen success with members who are traveling abroad.

Available during normal business hours, Video Banking services are convenient and allow members to conduct most cashless transactions from home and across the globe. Services include opening an account, applying for a loan, e-signing certain documents and enjoying virtual in-person assistance. A link on the Hawaii Central FCU website’s homepage will connect members and those interested in becoming members to a video chat where they will be greeted by one of our video banking specialists.

“The feedback we have received is remarkable,” says Marketing Supervisor Mila Miyata. Whether the need arises from health-related issues, because members are abroad, or because members are simply unable to come into the branch, end-users are overwhelmingly satisfied with the convenience and member service. The digital services suite, along with Video Banking, includes online and mobile banking with remote check deposits. Convenience and safety are high on the list of priorities for Hawaii Central FCU with Co-op shared branching services and surcharge-free access to First Hawaiian Bank ATMs also offered as an alternative to coming into the branch.

Our offices will be closed on Thursday, November 28th for Thanksgiving Day. Wishing you a wonderful holiday!