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.

MARKETING & BRAND MANAGER

Cynthia (she/her) is the People Strategies Hawaiʻi Marketing and Brand Manager, where she brings a wealth of experience in helping entrepreneurs scale their businesses through marketing. With a degree in Psychology and a diverse background in supporting small businesses, Cynthia specializes in driving projects to completion while ensuring alignment with long-term company goals. Cynthia enjoys connecting with people and is an advocate for company she assists. Reach out to her at marketing@peoplestrategieshawaii.com.

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.