Leadership Team

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.  

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.

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

Ryan oversees program managers and department leads to achieve organizational goals. He optimizes processes across all operational areas, from deconstruction to redistribution, ensuring we effectively divert C&D materials for reuse while maintaining financial sustainability.

DIRECTOR OF FUNDRAISING & STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS

Faith develops and leads the organization’s fundraising strategies. She also collaborates with the Communications and Marketing manager on Re-use’s communications and outreach efforts. 

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.

REDISTRIBUTION MANAGER

Ian oversees all departments at the Oʻahu Redistribution Center at Stadium Marketplace, which includes sales, receiving, and material processing departments. 

HAWAI'I ISLAND MANAGER

Ben oversees all operations at our Hawai‘i Island location; including deconstruction projects and our Kona lumberyard. 

WORKFORCE TRAINING COHORT LEADER

Rob has been a vital member of our Deconstruction crews for many years. He will soon lead our Workforce Development Program cohorts through participant training.

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. Pepa has the most deconstruction experience of anyone on our team!

DECONSTRUCTION TEAM LEAD

Vito 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. Vito is known on his team for being adaptable and persistent.

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. 

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.

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.

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.