Movers & Makers

Sara S.T. Strona focuses her practice in the areas of commercial real estate transactions, leasing, commercial asset and equity sales and acquisitions, and corporate law.

Dr. Suzy Travis is on the move! Suzy is the new Head of School for the Honolulu Waldorf School, bringing years of leadership, experience, and positivity along with her. Suzy looks forward to embracing the Waldorf community while leading and…

With over 27 years of experience in the practice of business, legal consulting and engagement management, Hayashi joins SSFM International Inc. He will serve as its business manager overseeing all business and legal matters including business development and risk management.

Chung returns to the firm after serving as public works manager and administrator for the Hawaii State Department of Education. Chung will serve as a principal engineer and project manager for the firm’s civil engineering projects.

Ilona is a top tier performed for Coldwell Banker Island Properties, and has achieved a place in the top 3% of Agents and Brokers for Coldwell Banker Worldwide. Positioned to represent buyers and seller is the Luxury and Investment market…

Ime Fernandez has been in the Mortgage industry since 2003. Her experience in the field as well as her impeccable attention to detail has proven her to be one of the top loan officers in the CCM organization. NMLS#492062 NMLS#12

Ray has been in the Mortgage & Real Estate business for 25 plus yrs. He has a wealth of experience & impeccable record of mentoring & coaching perennial top producing professionals in both real estate & mortgage sales teams in…

Pacific Guardian Life announces Margolee P. Lee as its new President and Chief Executive Officer. She was formerly the company’s Chief Financial Officer. Lee is the first woman President and CEO to ever lead the company in its nearly 60…

Securitas has named Liane Nakamura to serve as its Area Human Resources Manager with oversight of the company’s operations in Hawai’i and Guam that includes nearly 2,700 employees. She holds an SHRM-CP credential and brings more than 25 years of…

In his new role, Garris will oversee and grow the firm’s landscape architecture department, engage in daily business affairs, and oversee business development efforts for the department.

In his new role, Stone will oversee the firm’s Engineering Department, including setting and executing the department’s strategic vision, leading department operations and seeking and obtaining new work while managing multiple projects for a variety of clients.

Charlie Wong was promoted to General Manager of Servco Lexus Honolulu and oversees the dealership operations, including sales, service, parts, and finance.

Christopher Perry will work tirelessly to help you buy or sell your piece of paradise. He has extensive knowledge about the different communities on Maui and strong connections with local agents and vendors. He will always represent his clients with…

Ric has worked in multiple industries throughout the country. All have been different versions of sales & customer service, allowing him to serve people & the community. This is not just a job for Ric, serving people is a passion.…

Central Pacific Bank has appointed Steve Garcia to Senior Mortgage Loan Officer. In his new position, Garcia is responsible for advising clients and guiding them through the mortgage loan process, from pre-qualification through closing.

Central Pacific Bank has promoted Sonya Gomes to Vice President, Deposit and Mortgage Servicing Manager. In her new position, she is responsible for overseeing the mortgage servicing team, and the management of all centralized mortgage servicing and deposit-related processes.

Munro grew up in southern California and on Oahu’s North Shore and LOVES Hawaii, hence the name of his business. He is the Broker/Owner of Love Hawaii Realty and Love Hawaii Villas, is ranked as a Top 100 Hawaii REALTOR®…

Born and raised on Oahu, Sugai’s local values are ingrained in his service to create a comfortable, convenient and efficient mortgage experience. He specializes in New Project loans, Trust loans, First Time Home Buyer loans, MCC loans, VA loans and…

As vice president, Gi will oversee development of a number of Hunt’s projects statewide. A primary focus will be the redevelopment of Mayor Wright Homes, transforming the neighborhood while providing new replacement units to current residents and adding affordable rentals.

Mizuno leads and oversees the bank’s commercial real estate loan portfolio and team. He has more than 25 years of experience in commercial real estate. He serves on several boards, including as treasurer of NAIOP Hawaii and Child & Family…

Central Pacific Bank has appointed Arnold Martines to Executive Vice President and Chief Banking Officer. In his new position, Martines will be responsible for the strategic direction and management of all revenue and customer-facing business units.

Entrepreneur > Investor > Explorer Creates with intentionality, explores with inspiration and grounded in Hawaii.

Kam oversees BCH’s Planning Department, including leading all planning personnel; managing master development plans, land use and resort development studies, urban and regional plans, entitlement processing, and site planning for public and private sector clients.

Marie O’Grady joins the Blue Planet team as Partnerships Director, where she will be working to recruit, cultivate, and steward a network of mission-aligned donors. She is a Board Administrator for Women in Renewable Energy (WiRE) and a member of…