Fellows mentioned in this story: Ann Teranishi

From Pacific Business News:

American Savings Bank President and CEO Ann Teranishi has been appointed to the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco’s Community Depository Institutions Advisory Council for the 12th District. ASB announced her appointment on Thursday, noting that it was effective starting Jan. 1.

ASB said that members of the council provide insight to the Federal Reserve Bank on how businesses and households are navigating the economy, concerns and lending opportunities. Insights from council members “help to shape the Fed’s understanding of local economies across the largest district in the Federal Reserve System,” ASB said.

“I’m honored to represent Hawai‘i’s unique economic landscape at the Federal Reserve,” Teranishi said. “American Savings Bank, like the many community banks across the country, plays a critical role in addressing local needs, from supporting small businesses to expanding access to affordable housing. It’s important that Hawaii’s perspective is part of these national conversations.”

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