Sharilyn Tanaka
Sr Vice President Personal Lines
Atlas Insurance Agency
Sharilyn Tanaka is a Mentor Hawaii Cohort 10 mentor. Learn more about the program here.
About Sharilyn
Sharilyn Tanaka is a Sr. Vice President of Personal Lines and Independent Agents. She partners with individual clients, Mortgage Lenders, Realtors, Financial Advisors, Wealth Managers to protect their own personal assets and those of their clients through insurance. After 20 years of working in the Insurance Industry, Sharilyn guides her clients toward an Insurance solution that fits their needs and budget. It is Sharilyn’s professionalism, positivity, and sincerity that has gained the respect of her peers as she was awarded the Thanks, Ah Award which was voted on by her peers. She has been interviewed on KHON and Hawaii News Now, along with articles in the Pacific Business News Magazine, Independent Agent Magazine, and national insurance publications. She is a graduate of the Patsy T Mink Leadership Alliance Cohort 3, Tradewind Group Leadership Development Program Cohort 1 and she was an honoree of the 2020 40 Under 40. In addition to her professional commitment, Sharilyn is also active in the community as she serves on the Board of Directors for the YWCA, Hawaii Homeownership Center, and the Hawaii Independent Insurance Agent Council.
Sharilyn holds a BA in English and Speech from the University of Hawaii, Manoa. She also holds the Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter Designation.
Question and Answer with Sharilyn
What is your preferred communication style when mentoring (in-person, video conference, phone, informal check-ins, structured meetings, etc.)?
In-Person Meeting, Video-Conference, Informal Check-In, Meal, Structured Meeting
Why do you want to become a mentor in this program?
I have been fortunate to have mentors who have not only shared their knowledge but also inspired and encouraged me to reach my full potential. Mentoring helps me pay it forward by helping other navigate their paths, challenges, and achieve their goals.
What specific skills, knowledge or experience can you share with your mentee?
I can share strategic vision and interpersonal communication skills which is essential in leading teams.
What are your expectations for a mentor-mentee relationship?
The expectation would be that the we would have a focused conversation that is led by the mentee. I would like to provide guidance and support for any questions/challenges that the mentee is facing.
How do you approach problem-solving and conflict resolution?
Through communication and building a bond.
How do you envision success for your mentee, and how will you measure it during the program?
Success for the mentee would be measured by their willingness to participate in the meetings and to come prepared with discussion points.
