Illustration by Dana Paresa
Interisland Terminal
Co-Founder
Interisland Terminal is a non-profit organization founded in January 2009 out of a vested interest in the cultural and socio-economic life of Honolulu. We believe in our community's creative potential.
Interisland Terminal presents a year-round programs in Contemporary Art, Design and Film that explores the intersections of creativity, innovation and civic engagement, thus paving the way for imaginative approaches to the civic and social challenges facing Hawaii. We are unique in our stand for strong curatorial independence, cutting across all media, and with an emphasis on design unfound in existing local organizations.
Hawaii Community Development Authority
Board Member
The Hawaiʻi Community Development Authority (HCDA) is a public entity created by the Hawai‘i State Legislature to establish community development plans in community development districts; determine community development programs; and cooperate with private enterprise and the various components of federal, state, and county governments to bring community development plans to fruition. Currently. the HCDA oversees development in the districts of Kakaako, Kalaeloa, and He‘eia. The Authority’s work should result in economic and social opportunities and aim to meet the highest needs and aspirations of Hawai‘i’s people.
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The lIljestrand House
Advisory Board Member
The Liljestrand House is an outstanding example of architect Vladimir Ossipoff’s work and of mid-twentieth century Hawaiian modern architecture. The mission of the Liljestrand Foundation is to preserve the house and to make that preservation purposeful by opening the house to the public for tours and for charitable, cultural, and educational activities.
Mr. Ossipoff’s designs are known for seamless integration of building and site, elegant orchestration of circulation, clever management of views, and creative mix of modern and natural materials.
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