Stevette Santiago oversees UHA's unique corporate culture, brand, and people assets while directing the team responsible for developing and supporting all current employees and attracting new talent to the organization.

Prior to working at UHA, she held various executive positions with Young Brothers LLC., Y. Hata & Co., Ltd., HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union, and Spirent Communications, and was also part owner of a small business in the wireless industry. Her breadth of different industry experiences and thought leadership in creating the best places to work cultures is deeply rooted in her commitment to the islands. A sought-after thought leader who can speak from a “global” perspective. She connects the dots from the basement to the boardroom and has led conversations around strategic alignment, employer branding, financial, leadership coaching, and workplace wellness. A committed community volunteer, Ms. Santiago is an advisor to the Master of Human Resource Management program at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. She also serves as vice and compensation committee chair of the Board of Directors of HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union, board member for Friends of Iolani Palace and YMCA of Honolulu, and active Society for Human Resources Management Hawaiʻi Chapter member.