MEET OUR TEAM
HOPENA Foundation members are committed to honoring Hopena’s legacy through thoughtful, community-driven initiatives. Guided by values of service, connection, and purpose, we work collaboratively to support programs that uplift and strengthen HawaiĘ»i’s communities. Each member plays a meaningful role in turning vision into action. Together, we are building a foundation rooted in impact and integrity.
OUR FOUNDERS
Ryse Dawson
Director
Colin Lee
Director
Emma Olowofoyeku
Executive Director
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Ryse Dawson
Board Chair
Colin Lee
Board Chair
Makoa Camanse-Stevens
Secretary
Kevin Wilson
Treasurer
Stokes Botelho
Board Director
John Ginella
Board Director
Kamoa Kalama
Board Director
THE ADVISORY BOARD
Michael Pokipala, Robert Guard, Brandon Botelho, Clifton Botelho, Saul Keli'ikoa, Emily Pualoa, Star "Oma" Botelho, Heather Keli'ikoa and Owana Botelho
OPERATIONS
Dustin Dawson
Operations Advisor
Courtney Dawson
Partnerships and Creative Specialist
Tanna Kirchmer
Marketing and Pubic Relations Specialist
Kevin Kirchmer
Race Director
Tyson Pualoa
Race Operations Supervisor
Chelsea Bizik
Event Safety Coordinator
LĹŤkahi Barbieto
Event Safety Coordinator
Kamal Olowofoyeku
Event & Merchandising
Specialist
Cayla Crivello
'Ä€ina & Cultural Specialist
Micah Partika
Volunteer Coordinator
Kaulu Adams
Mission Ambassador
Kaeo Awana
Mission Ambassador
Hunter Port
Mission Ambassador
Brad Scott
Mission Ambassador
MEDIA AND COMMUNICATIONS
Brooklyn Berry
Event Photographer
Matthew Kuji
Documentary Photographer
Hoakalei Dawson
Professional Photographer
Mahinahokukauikamoana Choy-Ellis
Professional Photographer