Leadership Team
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Quinn Vittum
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Quinn supports and oversees the organization's directors and managers to execute programs, initiatives and strategies. He works with our volunteer board of directors for future planning, financial oversight and to develop community support.
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Michaela Savage
DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATION
Michaela collects and analyzes all of the organization’s financial and waste diversion data, oversees human resource requirements, and provides technical and operational support.
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Mariane Uehara
DIRECTOR OF FUNDRAISING & STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS
Mariane develops and leads Re-use Hawai‘i’s fundraising and communications strategies, cultivating partnerships and donor relationships that strengthen the organization’s mission and visibility.
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Nathaniel Pak
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Nat oversees our workforce development program, a social enterprise where employment, training, and supportive services are provided to those with barriers to employment.
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Austin Gaskins
TREE MILLING AND MATERIAL PROCESSING MANAGER
Austin oversees Re-use Hawai‘i’s Material Processing Department and Local Tree Reclamation Program. He works hands-on with salvaged lumber and donated tree logs, preparing them for reuse for the community. His leadership and technical expertise are instrumental in advancing waste diversion efforts and transforming reclaimed materials into valuable community resources
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Viliami 'Pepa' Fonokalafi
DECONSTRUCTION PROGRAM MANAGER
Pepa leads his crew through the scope of each deconstruction by the project deadline, ensures site safety, acts as a liaison for general contractors and subcontractors, and helps secure client satisfaction.
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Jeffrey Costa
DECONSTRUCTION TEAM LEAD
Jeffrey leads his crew through the scope of each deconstruction by the project deadline, ensures site safety, acts as a liaison for general contractors and subcontractors, and helps secure client satisfaction. Jeff is known on his team for being organized and persistent.
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Shayden Glenn
DECONSTRUCTION PROJECT DEVELOPER
Shayden works with potential clients to establish projects for the Deconstruction Services Program. She ensures that budgeting and operating goals are achieved on acquired deconstruction projects.
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Renée Thorp
COMMUNICATIONS AND MARKETING MANAGER
Renée leads communications and marketing efforts to share Re-use Hawaiʻi’s mission with the community. She develops strategic campaigns, manages content across platforms, and supports outreach initiatives that promote reuse, sustainability, and community engagement.
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Daelia Wong
ASSISTANT TO THE DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATION
Daelia is the Assistant to the Director of Administration, supporting day-to-day operations by handling a wide range of administrative tasks.

