Movers & Makers

Fargo has been an independent director of HEI’s board since 2005 and served as chair of the compensation committee. Fargo brings to the board deep knowledge of the U.S. military, a major customer of HEI’s electric utility subsidiary and a…

Hawai’i general contractor recently joined Johnson Controls as Installation Manager for all Hawai’i construction project teams. With over 30 years of experience, David will help advance Johnson Controls as a key partner in Hawai’i energy efficiency projects.

Noelle Wright joins the G70 team as a Planner. In her new role, she will assist in the development of environmental and urban planning products including feasibility studies, master plans, land use permitting applications, and environmental compliance documentation.

Holly Kaneko joins G70 as an Executive Assistant. In her new role, she will provide high level administrative support to the Civil Engineering department Principals, coordinate meeting times, prepare reports and other organizational tasks.

Starting with DLS in 2009 as a software systems administrator, McGillivray was steadily promoted, first to system analyst, senior analyst, supervisor and now manager. His responsibilities include managing a team of six motivated individuals and overseeing enterprise IT projects.

Hilton Hawaii has promoted Toru Adachi to regional director of sales – Japan. In his new role, Adachi is responsible for planning, soliciting and booking group business from Japan for Hilton Hawaiian Village, Doubletree Hotel Alana – Waikiki Beach, and…

Dr. Woron’s responsibilities: molecular testing of infectious diseases, genetic disorders, and implementation of oncology testing by next generation sequencing for the Precision Medicine Program. Prior to DLS she established antimicrobial resistance testing at HI Dept. of Health.

As General Manager of all of Kona’s Hawaii operations, he leads the sales, marketing, pubs, and brewing team. He is also dedicated to innovating the brewing processes and supporting Kona’s leadership and environmental stewardship in the community.

A 4th generation local boy with a background in business, brand management, and digital marketing. He was welcomed to Kona Brewing Company in 2016 as a Home Market Manager, and has since been promoted to Senior Marketing Manager to oversee…

CPB has promoted Cheryl Yeh to Vice President and Senior Underwriter. In her new position, she will be managing the Commercial Real Estate Lending Division (CRELD) underwriters, team assignments, processes, and workflows to support CRELD’s goals and objectives.

Darren D. Nakao has been promoted to executive vice president at UHA Health Insurance. He will continue as chief financial officer. As executive vice president, Nakao is responsible for UHA’s fiscal, underwriting and provider-contracting operations.

Pedro brings has two decades of service leading statewide programs and campaigns that help improve the quality of life for families throughout Hawaii. During his career he has led efforts to pass the Kupuna Caregivers Act and headed the communications…

Steven will lead ProService’s Marketing team in refining and engaging the local market with the value the company delivers and the mission it’s firmly rooted in: helping employers succeed in Hawaii.

G70 has promoted Rene Matsumura, DArch, AIA, LEED AP, to Principal. Matsumura’s work which focuses on master planning and urban design, provides a platform for her passion of developing engaging communities, spaces, and environments, for Hawai’i families.

Reimel is responsible for stakeholder and industry communications including developing and sustaining positive relationships with community members, businesses, elected officials, government and nonprofits organizations.

Reimel is responsible for stakeholder and industry communications including developing and sustaining positive relationships with community members, businesses, elected officials, government and nonprofits organizations.

G70 is thrilled to announce the promotion of Tracy Camuso to Principal. An environmental and land use planner, Camuso has over 15 years of experience working on projects ranging from renewable energy, biofuels, agricultural developments, educational facilities, and resort master…

G70 has promoted Kellye Greco, IIDA to Associate Principal. Greco will continue to grow G70’s Interior Design Studio, and provide design leadership on her projects in the commercial, education, hospitality and resort development sectors.

Co-founder of Jaxon Communications, a full-service social media marketing agency for hospitality brands. Using 24/7 monitoring & management capabilities paired with creative media and analytics designed for their clients to increase sales and create a better customer experience.

In her new position, Huynh will work to weave together a network of mission-aligned partners who share a vision of a clean, vibrant, equitable Hawaii. She will help guide and develop the next phase of external affairs for the Excelerator.

Cindy Dean has joined Islands Hospice as executive director, responsible for the administration of organization initiatives that improve the quality of life for terminally-ill patients. Cindy joins the hospice non profit with 20 years of experience working in hospice care.

The Kahala Hotel & Resort is pleased to welcome Jonathan Mizukami as the new executive chef, responsible for overseeing the overall culinary direction of the resort’s signature Hoku’s Restaurant, Plumeria Beach House, The Veranda, Seaside Grill and catering operations.

Clint Hamabata joins Central Pacific Bank as VP and Mortgage Loan Manager. In his new role, Hamabata is responsible for managing relationships and generating new mortgage loans. He is also responsible for the management and oversight of a team of…

Keith Wakamura has been promoted to Senior Vice President and Commercial Real Estate Senior Manager. In his new position, Wakamura is responsible for the oversight of a portfolio of high valued clients, and the management of a team of lending…