Movers & Makers

Maureen Nelson

Maureen Nelson’s experience includes developing public relations and advertising strategies for new product launches, positioning or re-positioning company brands in the marketplace and event marketing,  Nelson has spearheaded major campaigns and product introductions for Hawaiian Airlines, Bank of Hawaii, AT&T…

Diana Rodbourn

With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Diana Rodbourn stands out as a premier real estate agent specializing in residential resales and new construction on the island of Maui. Consistently recognized as a top producer, she ranks among…

Leslie Oxley-Friedrich

A background in Interior Design and Architecture, as well as a Degree in Integral Studies, has fostered my professional full-time career in Real Estate. My deep affection and reverence for nature brought me to Hawaii, with its safe, pristine environment…

Dylan Shropshire

Dylan Shropshire is a fifth-generation farmer who was raised on the Hamakua Coast of Hawaii’s Big Island, where he currently resides. Dylan grew up immersed in agriculture, learning how to cultivate a diverse selection of crops before joining the family…

Nate Gaddis & Maggie Zhang

As we move through the year of the dragon, it is increasingly obvious we are in a time of tremendous change.   Jaw-dropping technological innovations and rapidly evolving economic conditions are disrupting entire industries, with real estate being no exception.…

Shannon TKS Feliciano Jr.

Shannon TKS Feliciano Jr, with over 17 years of experience, his passion in servicing his clients has made him one of the Top Realtors in the State of Hawaii. At only 38 Years of Age and numerous accolades under his…

John Climaldi

I’d like to give a big Mahalo to the Hawaii Business Magazine for the “Top Performer” recognition. As someone who would rather keep his head down and do good work than be in the limelight, I’ve always put my clients…

Tiare Lando

Find me on National Television as a Real Estate Expert Host for Hawaii’s Lifestyle & Local Community Resources on the American Dream TV. I was born & raised here on the Island of Oahu and love being an Ambassador of…

Sherine Duncan

Born into real estate and property management, as her parents own a large brokerage firm, Sherine started working for a real estate appraiser at age 18 then on to starting her own mortgage company in her 20’s. She has bought…

Juniper Adler

Big Island born and raised; I was fortunate to travel the world to diversify myself in different cultures and practices. As a small business owner holding a BA in Economics, a Minor in Communication and time spent in the EMBA…

Myra Yamada & Robynn Roberts

This dynamic duo is honored by this award again in 2023. Myra and Robynn have been working together since 2016. Their past experiences in business, sales, and marketing, combined with a solid foundation of providing outstanding customer service, has equipped…

Jordan Panina Chow

Jordan Panina Chow is the Principal Broker of Coldwell Banker Commercial Realty in Honolulu.   Specializing in commercial real estate sales & leasing, Chow’s experience extends from commercial land acquisition for development, golf courses, hospitality resorts, retail shopping centers, office…

Reid Hokama

Island Insurance has appointed Reid Hokama as Vice President, Personal Lines and Marketing. In this role, he will manage Island’s personal insurance division and marketing department for Hawaii’s only locally owned property and casualty insurance carrier.   Reid has nearly…

Jacob Aki

Alaska Airlines has named Jacob Aki as public affairs manager in Hawai‘i, effective immediately. In this new Honolulu-based role for the company, Aki will work alongside Daniel Chun, Alaska’s Hawai‘i director of sales, community, and public relations, to continue to…

Elaine Fujiwara

Elaine Fujiwara is the Chief Customer Officer at Hawaii Dental Service (HDS) and is responsible for the overall customer experience, focusing on the strategic direction of sales, communications and marketing, and membership.   As part of the HDS leadership team,…

Joey Lee

Joey Lee is the Director of Sales at Hawaii Dental Service (HDS) and is responsible for overseeing sales and account management representatives who serve commercial employer groups and partner with brokers. Lee joined HDS in 2015 as a Manager of…

Chris Martin

In April 2023, Young Brothers promoted Chris Martin to Vice President of Operations. Martin oversees statewide operations for Young Brothers, including customer service, maintenance, facilities and security, and labor relations. Marking nearly 17 years with Young Brothers, Martin most recently…

Chris Edwards

In April 2023, Young Brothers promoted Chris Edwards to Vice President – Chief Financial Officer. In his new role, Edwards will continue strategic oversight of the company’s accounting, information services, financial planning and analysis, and forecasting functions. His role will…

Patti Tancayo Barbee

Patti Tancayo Barbee is the new president and CEO of the Hawaiian Community Development Board (HCDB). She has been senior vice president, working for over 20 years for the non-profit. Barbee has many years of experience planning, executing and closing…

Keola R. Whittaker

Cades Schutte is proud to welcome Keola R. Whittaker as Of Counsel in the Finance and Real Estate Department of the Kahului office on Maui. With over 15 years of legal experience, Keola most recently served as Deputy Corporation Counsel…

Mary Leong Saunders

The Hawaiʻi Community Foundation (HCF) is pleased to announce the addition of Mary Leong Saunders as vice president of philanthropy. In this position, Leong Saunders will oversee HCF’s development and donor relations, and planned giving. Leong Saunders served most recently…

Christian Bowman

Christian Bowman has signed on to become the Chief Marketing Officer and Production Manager for Sight and Sound Productions as well as Island Sound Studios. Bowman began his career in entertainment as an actor on Lost and has since gone…

Dr. Amy Woron

Clinical microbiology has evolved over the years to incorporate both conventional biochemical methods and molecular technologies. Her role at DLS is to balance new technologies with gold standard conventional methods. Molecular diagnostics is rapidly changing, and DLS added high-throughput testing…

Jarrett Walters

As COO, Jarrett was responsible for all operational oversight, strategic planning, performance and quality standards, leadership development and profit and loss management. Under his leadership HBM added property restoration services, specialized pandemic cleanup services and safety audits of job sites.…