Leadership Team

  • 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.  

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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

  • 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.

  • 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. 

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.