CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Kuʻulani Keohokalole (she/her/ʻo ia) established People Strategies Hawaiʻi in 2019 with the vision of growing the capacity of organizations to foster community-minded and people-oriented leaders. She trains, consults, and supports organizations across sectors and industries who are looking to transform around the ways they engage people to achieve their mission. Kuʻulani was grounded in the traditional Native Hawaiian cultural practice of ho`oponopono by her grandmother, who was a community-based practitioner. The art of reconciliation, and making things right, guides her approach to facilitation and consultation with organizations.

She has received the distinctions of Pacific Business News’s “40 Under 40” in 2020 and Hawaiʻi Business Magazine’s “20 People To Watch for the Next 20 Years” in 2023. She is a sought-after speaker on topics of organizational culture and leadership, diversity, equity and inclusion, and Hawaiian values, speaking for Amazon, 3M, Microsoft, Hawaiʻi Business Magazine, CivilBeat, the YWCA, and others.

Kuʻulani holds a B.A. in Ethnic Studies and Women’s Studies from UH Mānoa, an M.A. in Education Leadership, Politics and Advocacy from New York University, and an Executive Certificate in Organizational Consulting & Change Leadership from Georgetown University. She serves on the board of directors for Parents And Children Together (PACT), the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement (CNHA), and The Catalight Foundation.

FACILITATOR

Maile Alau (she/her/ʻo ia) is a native Hawaiian organizational development practitioner, focusing on the importance of pilina for leaders and teams, understanding that that authentic human connection isn’t just a “soft skill” — it’s the foundation for real productivity.  She currently works as a People Strategies Hawai‘i partner and is a keynote speaker and the owner of Alau Consulting.

Maile comes from a large family, and has followed in her parents’ footsteps as a deeply curious lifelong learner. She is deeply connected to her Hawaiian heritage through food, as making lūʻau has been her familyʻs cultural practice for 4 generations. 

Maile has over 20 years of experience in organizational development, working with organizations across O‘ahu. She sits on the board of directors for the Hawai‘i for Habitat for Humanity Association and the Association for Talent Development. 

ʻŌIWI LEADERSHIP ACCELERATOR FACILITATOR

Elena is a dedicated, service-focused professional with over 12 years of nonprofit experience in strategic visioning, community engagement, governance, and advocacy. Since 2018, Elena has provided over $51,000 in pro bono services to Hawaiʻi nonprofits that have helped organizations connect impact in their program storytelling towards funding and guide culturally-relevant dialogues for improved procedures and programming. Elena holds an MBA in nonprofit governance, is a certified facilitator through the International Association of Facilitators, and is in her dissertation year for her doctorate in Indigenous Leadership and Organizational Development. Outside of trying to decode secrets of nonprofit success, youʻll find Elena as the ultimate supporter of Indigenous fashion designers, at the karaoke mic, or reigning as the queen of K-drama marathons.

ʻŌIWI LEADERSHIP ACCELERATOR COACH

Tiffany Chang is one of the co-founders of the ʻŌiwi Leadership Accelerator and a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with the International Coaching Federation. She partners with leaders to build sustainable success from the inside out, drawing on more than 14 years of experience in leadership development, organizational effectiveness, and community building across sectors including banking, healthcare, retail, and nonprofits.

She creates a warm, confidential space where leaders can pause, reconnect with their inner wisdom, and move forward with clarity and confidence. Tiffany blends practical tools with intuitive listening, helping clients align their head, heart, and gut so they can lead in ways that feel both effective and sustainable.

You’ll benefit most from working with Tiffany if you’re a leader who feels caught in overthinking, self-doubt, or burnout—and you’re ready to build confidence and self-trust while leading with greater authenticity, presence, and ease.

ʻŌIWI LEADERSHIP ACCELERATOR COACH

Christy is a seasoned Organizational Development (OD) professional with over twenty years of experience in talent development across diverse sectors such as hospitality, retail, and finance.

She currently serves as the Vice President of OD at HawaiiUSA FCU, holding a CPTD (Certified Professional in Talent Development) and an ACC (Associate Certified Coach) credential from the International Coaching
Federation.

Christy has successfully led strategic HR and culture initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness and employee engagement, and she is dedicated to coaching leaders to unlock their full potential.

Her expertise in mindfulness, wellness, and holistic leadership drives her commitment to helping individuals find refuge within themselves and lead with impact.

Christy uses a holistic, integrative process that invites leaders to engage multiple ways of knowing; blending analytical insight with intuitive and somatic awareness, which supports leaders in reflective, multidimensional exploration.

ʻŌIWI LEADERSHIP ACCELERATOR COACH

Jonathan Freitas is a coach with the ʻŌiwi Leadership Cohort. His work is rooted in aloha, pilina, and kuleana—helping people rediscover who they are, release what holds them back, and rise into the leader they are meant to be.

He brings decades of experience in leadership, education, entrepreneurship, and community building, but his greatest strength is connection. He has the ability to hear what’s said—and what’s left unsaid—so together they can uncover blind spots, shift limiting beliefs, and bring out their full potential. He invites Ke Akua and their kūpuna to join each session, knowing leadership is not only about skill but also about spirit and legacy.

He serves those who are already high-achieving—professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders—yet feel stuck, drained, or disconnected from the passion that once drove them. If they know they’re capable of more, his coaching will help them rediscover their mana and rise with courage.

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

Giana Glorioso (she/her/siya) is contracted to manage our essential administrative functions, including client communications, project management, and accounting, as well as marketing and material design. She brings years of experience as a frontline lead and customer service representative in both the US and the Philippines, and has a passion for excellence and creating a great client experience. Giana’s keen expertise in bringing structure and efficiency has streamlined our workflows, allowing us to reach a wider client base and create more consistent impact. She is an invaluable part of our success. Giana can be reached at admin@peoplestrategieshawaii.com.