S. Bradley Shairson serves as Vice Chair and Chief Risk Officer at Bank of Hawaii Corp., where he plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the institution's financial stability and strategic growth. With over 25 years of experience in the banking and financial services sector, Shairson began his career at a major international bank, honing his expertise in risk assessment and regulatory compliance. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of California, Berkeley, and an MBA from Harvard Business School, which laid the foundation for his ascent through various leadership positions in risk management. Throughout his illustrious career, Shairson has been instrumental in navigating complex economic landscapes, including steering organizations through the 2008 financial crisis and the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Prior to joining Bank of Hawaii in 2015, he held senior roles at Wells Fargo and Citigroup, where he developed innovative risk mitigation frameworks that reduced operational losses by over 30% and enhanced credit portfolio quality. His achievements include receiving the Risk Management Excellence Award from the Global Association of Risk Professionals in 2018 and authoring several publications on enterprise risk management, establishing him as a thought leader in the field. In his current role at Bank of Hawaii Corp., Shairson oversees the comprehensive risk management program, encompassing credit, market, operational, and compliance risks across the bank's operations in Hawaii, the Pacific Islands, and beyond. He collaborates closely with the executive team and board to integrate risk considerations into business strategies, ensuring resilience against emerging threats such as cybersecurity vulnerabilities and climate-related risks. Under his leadership, the bank has strengthened its risk culture, implemented advanced analytics for predictive modeling, and maintained a strong regulatory standing, contributing to sustained profitability and customer trust.