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Shawn Bannister serves as the President of Healing Heroes Hawaii, Inc. He is a Gulf War Veteran, Board Certified Anesthetist, and experienced anesthesia provider dedicated to helping Veterans, military service members, and First Responders access meaningful paths toward healing.

Mr. Bannister has many scholastic and professional achievements, including graduating from the University of Texas (Arlington) and Georgetown University. He also served as adjunct clinical faculty for the U.S. Army Graduate Program in Anesthesia Nursing from 2014 to 2019.

Shawn has extensive clinical experience in anesthesia, including cardiothoracic, trauma, vascular, neuro, and ECMO anesthesia. He also has clinical experience in acute and chronic pain management, regional anesthesia, and opioid-sparing and opioid-free anesthesia. He currently serves as Chief CRNA for Assurant Anesthesia Associates and previously served as Director of Military Anesthesia TV from 2014 to 2019.

Mr. Bannister is also a clinical investigator for the Institute of Regenerative Education. Through this work, he hopes to advance clinical research in the area of chronic pain and regenerative therapies.

His experience as both a Veteran and clinician gives him a deep understanding of the physical, emotional, and invisible challenges that many service members and First Responders continue to carry long after their service. Through Healing Heroes Hawaii, Shawn supports clinical guidance, program development, participant review, provider coordination, and retreat planning.

As President, Shawn is committed to helping create safe, restorative, and supportive healing experiences centered on resilience, connection, and long-term wellbeing. He believes that those who have served others deserve access to compassionate care, trusted resources, and a community that understands their journey.

Angeline Kroeck serves as the Vice President and Executive Director of Healing Heroes Hawaii, Inc. She is a retired U.S. Army Veteran with more than 14 years of leadership experience in workforce development, organizational operations, program management, and nonprofit leadership dedicated to serving Veterans, military service members, and First Responders.

Ms. Kroeck has built her career around developing mission-driven programs, strengthening community partnerships, and leading organizations with integrity and compassion. She is currently pursuing a doctoral degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, where her research and professional interests focus on leadership, organizational effectiveness, and creating environments that foster resilience and long-term wellbeing.

Her commitment to Healing Heroes Hawaii is deeply personal. After years of living with treatment-resistant PTSD, Angeline experienced firsthand the challenges many Veterans face when searching for effective care. That journey gave her a profound understanding of the invisible wounds carried by those who have served and inspired her dedication to helping others find hope and healing.

As Vice President and Executive Director, Angeline oversees organizational operations, strategic planning, community partnerships, fundraising initiatives, volunteer coordination, and program development. She works closely with healthcare professionals, community leaders, and supporters to expand access to holistic healing opportunities and ensure the organization remains focused on its mission of serving those who have sacrificed for others.

Ms. Kroeck believes that healing extends beyond treatment alone. Through Healing Heroes Hawaii, she is committed to creating compassionate, supportive, and restorative experiences that help Veterans and First Responders reconnect with themselves, their families, and their communities. She believes that no one should have to face the lasting effects of service alone, and that every journey toward healing begins beneath the surface.

Jannette Pelton serves as the Board Treasurer of Healing Heroes Hawaii, Inc. In this role, she supports the organization’s financial stewardship, accountability, and long-term sustainability.

Ms. Pelton helps ensure that Healing Heroes Hawaii manages its resources responsibly while remaining focused on its mission to support Veterans, military service members, and First Responders. Her work contributes to the organization’s ability to maintain strong financial practices and continue developing meaningful programs and resources for those it serves.

Healing Heroes Hawaii is meaningful to Jannette because it is founded on compassion, service, and the belief that those who have given so much to others deserve access to healing, support, and community. She recognizes that many Veterans and First Responders carry challenges that are not always visible and believes in helping create pathways that make restorative care more accessible and supportive.

As Board Treasurer, Jannette is honored to help strengthen an organization dedicated to removing barriers to healing, building meaningful connections, and supporting the long-term wellbeing of those who have served their communities and their country.