First Insurance Appoints Two New Officers

First Insurance Company of Hawaii (FICOH) has promoted Lance Kishimoto and Joni Nham to Assistant Vice President effective October 1, 2023.

First Insurance Finds Driver Courtesy on Decline

National statistics from LexisNexis show auto claim severity is up dramatically over pre-pandemic rates, with speeding partially to blame. According to local data, traffic fatalities in Hawaii have also increased coming out of the pandemic.

Claims Information for First Insurance Customers Affected by Maui and Hawaii Island Wildfires

As the full extent of property damage due to the devastating wildfires becomes clear, First Insurance Company of Hawaii (FICOH) is encouraging its customers to exercise caution and heed all official orders.

National Insurance Awareness Day An Opportunity to Educate Homeowners on Flood Risk

In recognition of National Insurance Awareness Day on June 28, First Insurance Company of Hawaii (FICOH) is encouraging homeowners to educate themselves on their flood risk.

First Insurance Announces Two Leadership Appointments

First Insurance Company of Hawaii (FICOH) has appointed Tatsuya “Tatsu” Fujimoto deputy CEO and promoted Yuji Soda to vice president of Strategic Planning. Both positions took effect April 1, 2023.

First Insurance Company Reflects on Five-Year Anniversary of Kauai and East Oahu Floods

First Insurance Company of Hawaii (FICOH) reflects on the fifth anniversary of the devastating floods that caused extensive damage to the east sides of Kauai and Oahu in April 2018.

First Insurance Recognized by the American Heart Association for Commitments to Workforce Well-Being

The American Heart Association has awarded First Insurance Company of Hawaii (FICOH) national Gold level recognition for its commitments to employee health and

well-being.

First Insurance Company of Hawaii Announces Todd Takayama to Serve as President and CEO Starting April 1, 2023

First Insurance Company of Hawaii (FICOH) announced today that effective April 1, 2023, Todd Takayama will assume the additional title of CEO to become the company’s president and CEO.

First Insurance Company of Hawaii and Its Associates Raise $45,000 for Aloha United Way

Continuing its annual tradition of community support, First Insurance Company of Hawaii (FICOH) and its associates raised $22,500 in donations for Aloha United Way (AUW) through special events and e-Pledges. The First Insurance Foundation provided a $22,500 matching contribution, for a total donation of $45,000 to AUW.

First Insurance Company of Hawaii Donated More Than $700,000 to Local Nonprofits in 2022

First Insurance Company of Hawaii (FICOH) continued its commitment to the local community in 2022 by donating $707,275 to more than 80 charitable organizations across the state.

First Insurance Company of Hawaii Maintains A+ Financial Strength Rating From AM Best

AM Best, a global credit rating agency that focuses on the insurance industry, has reaffirmed the superior A+ Financial Strength Rating (FSR) for First Insurance Company of Hawaii (FICOH). FICOH has maintained a FSR rating of A (excellent) or higher for 25 consecutive years.

First Insurance Promotes Todd Takayama to President

As of October 1, Todd Takayama, chief underwriting officer at First Insurance Company of Hawaii’s (FICOH), has been promoted to president. Mark Yoda, who has been serving as the company’s chief executive since September 2021, will continue to serve as FICOH chairman and CEO.  

First Insurance Hires New Vice President of Personal Lines

First Insurance Company of Hawaii (FICOH) has hired Todd Yamanaka as vice president of personal lines, overseeing the personal lines underwriting and customer service teams. Prior to joining FICOH, Yamanaka served as vice president and division manager of personal insurance at Island Insurance.

First Insurance Marks National Preparedness Month in September

First Insurance Company of Hawaii (FICOH) is observing National Preparedness Month in September by urging Hawaii residents to prepare for the unexpected.

First Insurance Company of Hawaii Alerts the Public About Face Auto Insurance Cards Being Sold on Maui

First Insurance Company of Hawaii (FICOH) is warning consumers about fake auto insurance ID cards being sold on Maui. Fake agents are illegally selling cards listing FICOH as the carrier and Business Insurance Services as the insurance agency.