Krista-Arlene Palakiko

Krista began her career in client service in the financial services industry in 2007 and joined Mercer Advisors in 2022 after holding roles at UBS and Morgan Stanley. With more than 15 years of experience, she brings a deep commitment to building strong, lasting relationships with clients and colleagues alike.

Krista values the personal connections she forms with clients, often considering them like family. She takes pride in being part of the impactful decisions clients make and finds fulfillment in supporting them through both the highs and lows of their financial journeys. Her life experiences have shaped her ability to connect with clients on a personal level, and she is passionate about delivering the best client experience possible.

Born and raised in Hawaii, Krista embraces her diverse heritage and warm personality to provide exceptional service with Aloha. She is married to her high school sweetheart, and together they have three children. In her free time, Krista enjoys traveling, baking, crafting, and most of all making memories with her family and friends.