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Ann Teranishi

Chief Executive Officer, President & Director of American Savings Bank, HAWAIIAN ELECTRIC INDS

Search every verified Ann Teranishi interview, podcast appearance, and on-the-record quote — each transcript cross-checked by AI and human review to confirm speaker identity. Ann Teranishi, CEO and president of American Savings Bank, appeared on NYSE Live on September 16, 2026, to discuss the bank's upcoming NYSE debut. She described the milestone as significant for the bank, which she said has approximately $9 billion in assets and operates 35 branches across five Hawaiian islands. Teranishi emphasized the bank's over-100-year history in Hawaii and characterized the state as relationship-based, noting that the bank focuses on listening to customers and supporting them through various life and business stages. In the interview, Teranishi discussed the bank's role within Hawaii's banking market, stating that four large banks collectively hold 92 percent of deposits in the state. She identified affordability as a key challenge in Hawaii and said the bank focuses on financial wellness, financial education, and affordable housing, particularly regarding supply and access. Teranishi attributed the bank's longevity to its employees, leadership team, and board of directors, describing them as dedicated and collaborative. She also expressed pride in her team's efforts leading up to the NYSE debut.

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