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Arnel Mejia

Financial Services Professional

A seasoned financial services professional with over 11 years of banking and residential mortgage experience, currently practicing at Hualālai Financial LLC and a financial professional with New York Life Insurance Company. Passionate about empowering individuals, families, and businesses to build and protect their financial future, Arnel specializes in providing personalized strategies that address both immediate and long-term goals.

By leveraging his in-depth knowledge of finance, risk strategies, and wealth preservation, he aims to create customized tax diversified solutions that help clients safeguard their assets and achieve financial independence. Whether guiding families in securing their legacies, supporting individuals in preparing for retirement, or helping businesses design effective employee benefits and succession solutions, Arnel is dedicated to making a lasting impact on the lives of those he serves.

Arnel believes in fostering strong, trusting relationships through education, transparency, and a commitment to client success, ensuring their financial "house" stands strong for generations to come.


Phone: 808.397.7238


E-mail: arnel@hualalaifinancial.com

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Preston Patao

Financial Services Professional for NYLIFE Securities LLC & Agent, New York Life Insurance Company

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Disclosure

Preston Patao, and Arnel Mejia are agents licensed to sell insurance through New York Life Insurance Company and may be licensed with various other independent unaffiliated insurance companies in select jurisdictions. Insurance products and services may be offered only in jurisdictions where the agents are properly licensed. State license numbers shown where specifically required. Additional jurisdictions available upon request.
Preston Patao (CA Insurance License #0M25478).
Arnel Mejia (CA Insurance License #4327888).

As a New York Life Agent, Preston Patao is licensed and authorized to offer insurance in California, but Hualalai Financial LLC may not be. For additional information on California licensure status, please click here.

As a New York Life Agent, Arnel Mejia is licensed and authorized to offer insurance in California, but Hualalai Financial LLC may not be. For additional information on California licensure status, please click here.

The following individuals are Registered Representatives of and offer securities products & services through NYLIFE Securities LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC, a licensed insurance agency, and a wholly-owned subsidiary of New York Life Insurance Company:
Preston Patao, 733 Bishop St Ste 2200, Honolulu, HI 96813, 808-529-6385.
Arnel Mejia, 733 Bishop St Ste 2200, Honolulu, HI 96813.

Hualalai Financial LLC is not owned or operated by NYLIFE Securities LLC or its affiliates.

Neither Hualalai Financial LLC nor its associates are in the business of offering tax, legal, or accounting advice. Please consult your own tax, legal, or accounting professional before making any decisions.

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