Hawaiʻi Community Foundation names Reid Gushiken Senior VP and Chief Financial Officer

The Hawaiʻi Community Foundation today announced the appointment of Reid Gushiken as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective Sept. 14, 2026. In this role, Gushiken will oversee HCF’s financial and administrative operations and help guide the foundation’s long-term stewardship of resources in service to Hawai‘i’s communities.  

Gushiken brings more than two decades of financial leadership experience across the education, banking, and accounting sectors. For more than a decade, he has served as Chief Financial Officer at ‘Iolani School, where he leads the institution’s finance and business office functions and has overseen major campus planning and operational initiatives. Prior to that, he spent nearly 10 years at Central Pacific Bank, culminating in in his role as Senior Vice President and Controller, where he helped guide the organization through a period of significant economic challenge. He began his career as a Certified Public Accountant with KPMG. 

“Throughout the search process, it became clear that Reid brings not only the experience and expertise we were seeking, but also a genuine commitment to mission-driven leadership,” said Terry George, CEO & President of Hawai‘i Community Foundation. “His strong financial background, strategic perspective, and deep roots in our community make him an outstanding addition to HCF’s leadership team. We are excited to welcome him as we continue strengthening our ability to serve donors, nonprofit partners, and communities across Hawai‘i.” 

In addition to his professional accomplishments, Gushiken has dedicated significant time to community service through board and treasurer leadership roles with organizations including Helping Hands Hawai‘i and Catholic Charities Hawai‘i. His longstanding commitment to community impact aligns closely with HCF’s mission of inspiring the spirit of giving and investing in solutions that help Hawai‘i thrive.  

“I am honored to join Hawai‘i Community Foundation and contribute to an organization that plays such an integral role in strengthening our communities,” said Gushiken. “I look forward to working alongside HCF’s dedicated staff, donors, nonprofit partners, and community leaders to help advance the foundation’s mission and impact across the state.”  

Gushiken succeeds Wally Chin, whose nearly two decades of leadership have helped build HCF’s strong financial foundation. Chin will continue supporting the organization as Senior Leadership Advisor, helping ensure continuity and a seamless leadership handoff.