Cheri Matsuwaka
About Cheri Matsuwaka
Cheri Matsuwaka is a Rewards Specialist in Human Resources at Hawaiian Airlines, with a background in leadership development and recruitment. She has over a decade of experience in various HR roles and holds degrees in Business Administration and Global Leadership.
Work at Hawaiian Airlines
Cheri Matsuwaka has been employed at Hawaiian Airlines since 2020, currently holding the position of Rewards Specialist in the Human Resources department. In this role, she focuses on employee rewards and benefits, contributing to the overall employee experience within the organization. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Recruitment Programs Specialist at Hawaiian Airlines from 2016 to 2020, where she was responsible for developing and managing recruitment initiatives.
Previous Experience at Kamehameha Schools
Before joining Hawaiian Airlines, Cheri Matsuwaka worked at Kamehameha Schools as a Leadership Development Administrator from 2009 to 2015. In this role, she focused on leadership training and development programs, supporting the growth of future leaders within the institution. Her tenure at Kamehameha Schools lasted for six years, during which she contributed to various leadership initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Cheri Matsuwaka studied at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, where she earned a degree in Business Administration and Management with a focus on Human Resources Management from 1995 to 1999. She furthered her education at Fuller Theological Seminary, obtaining a Master of Arts in Global Leadership from 2000 to 2005. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in human resources and leadership development.
Career at Hilton Hotels & Resorts
Cheri Matsuwaka worked as an Employment Coordinator at Hilton Hotels & Resorts from 2007 to 2009. In this role, she was responsible for managing employment processes and supporting recruitment efforts within the hospitality industry. Her experience at Hilton contributed to her skills in human resources and recruitment.