HONOLULU , HI (March 17, 2026) |
Hawaii State Federal Credit Union (Hawaii State FCU) has announced two leadership promotions within its Hawaii State Investment Services division. Sean Umetsu has been promoted to vice president, and Daniel Krase has been promoted to assistant vice president.
“Our Investment Services team plays a critical role in helping clients navigate some of life’s most important financial decisions,” said David Kimura, investment program manager, vice president at Hawaii State Investment Services. “Sean and Daniel exemplify the experience, professionalism and client-first philosophy that define our advisory approach. Their promotions reflect both their individual performance and the continued strength of Hawaii State Investment Services located at Hawaii State FCU.”
Sean Umetsu, CFP?, Vice President, Investment Services
In his new role as vice president, Umetsu will continue providing financial planning and investment advisory services to Hawaii State Investment Services clients, with expanded leadership responsibilities. Umetsu has more than 24 years of experience as a financial advisor and has been with Hawaii State FCU for over 12 years, serving as a top producing advisor for the credit union. He is registered through Cetera Investment Services and is securities registered and insurance licensed in Hawaii. Prior to joining Hawaii State FCU, Umetsu served as a financial consultant at First Hawaiian Bank for nine years. He holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Hawaii at Manoa.
Daniel Krase, Assistant Vice President, Investment Services
As assistant vice president, Krase will continue delivering financial planning and investment guidance to clients while supporting the continued growth of Hawaii State Investment Services. Krase has 17 years of experience in the financial services industry and has been with Hawaii State FCU for five years. He is registered through Cetera Investment Services and holds his Series 7 and 66 securities registrations, along with a Hawaii life insurance license. Prior to joining Hawaii State FCU, Krase advised clients in downtown Chicago for 14 years, including 10 years with J.P. Morgan Chase, and previously worked as an equity trader at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange.
Located at Hawaii State FCU’s headquarters at 333 Queen Street in Downtown Honolulu, Hawaii State Investment Services provides clients with access to comprehensive financial planning and advisory services, including retirement planning, investment management, retirement income strategies, legacy planning and long-term care insurance solutions.
To learn more, visit www.HawaiiStateFCU.com/investment-services
