Vanessa Couch-Laguana
Regional Executive 2026-2027
Vanessa Couch-Laguana served in many roles for HFMA national and chapter roles which includes, HFMA National Advisory Council, Past President Hawaii and Nevada Chapters, Director Hawaii Chapter and has served on multiple committees on the Western Region Symposium as a chair and committee member. She started her HFMA journey with the Hawaii Chapter and now her home chapter is the Nevada chapter.
Vanessa is a passionate servant leader and mentor with 29 years in the healthcare industry.
Outside of work, Vanessa enjoys traveling with her husband and three children.
Amanda De Los Reyes
Regional Executive 2 2026-2027
Amanda is an accomplished healthcare leader with over 24 years of experience in the industry, including 20 years in progressive leadership roles. She currently serves as the Vice President of Revenue at Renown Health, where she oversees the entire revenue cycle and leads initiatives to drive operational excellence.
Amanda holds an MBA in Healthcare Management and is deeply committed to maintaining strong key performance indicators (KPIs) while ensuring a positive and seamless patient experience. She is also passionate about mentoring colleagues and actively engaging in professional networks to share knowledge and implement best practices.
A dedicated member of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) since 2011, Amanda has held a variety of leadership positions within the organization, culminating in her service as President for the 2024–2025 term.
Outside of work, Amanda enjoys spending time with her husband and three children.
Brenda Parinas
Regional Executive 3 2026-2027
Brenda brings a well-rounded background spanning clinical, administrative, educational, and leadership roles. Each role shaping the passion for delivering quality care, supporting teams and improving the patient experience.
An active member of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) Hawaii Chapter since 2016, Brenda has proudly served in numerous leadership roles, including Chapter President (2023–2025) and 2026 Hawaii Annual Conference Chair. Brenda’s involvement reflects a deep commitment to advancing healthcare finance and fostering a strong, collaborative professional community rooted in the spirit of ALOHA.
Brenda is passionate about servant leadership and dedicated to contributing meaningfully to the continued success and growth of healthcare organizations and professional communities.