Meet Our Leadership Team

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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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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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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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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.  

Managers

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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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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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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.

Team Leads & Assistance

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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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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.