ʻiwalani Kūaliʻi Kahoʻohanohano
About ʻiwalani Kūaliʻi Kahoʻohanohano
ʻIwalani Kūaliʻi Kahoʻohanohano serves as the Senior Specialist in Corporate Communications at Hawaiian Airlines, where she has worked since 2018. With a background in journalism and experience in the leisure and tourism industry, she has also held roles at Oiwi TV and the Hawaii Tourism Authority.
Work at Hawaiian Airlines
Currently, ʻiwalani Kūaliʻi Kahoʻohanohano serves as a Senior Specialist in Corporate Communications at Hawaiian Airlines. She has held this position since 2018, contributing to the airline's communication strategies and public relations efforts. Her role involves crafting narratives that resonate with the airline's mission and values, particularly in the context of Hawaiian culture and community engagement.
Previous Experience in Media and Communications
Prior to her role at Hawaiian Airlines, ʻiwalani Kūaliʻi Kahoʻohanohano worked at Oiwi TV as a Writer, Reporter, and Producer from 2011 to 2017. During her six years in this position, she developed content that highlighted Hawaiian culture and issues relevant to the community. Additionally, she served as the Coordinator of Hawaiian Cultural Affairs at the Hawaii Tourism Authority from 2017 to 2018, where she focused on promoting Hawaiian culture within the tourism sector.
Educational Background
ʻiwalani Kūaliʻi Kahoʻohanohano earned a Bachelor of Applied Science in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Hawaii at Manoa, completing her studies from 2008 to 2012. She furthered her education with a Master of Science in Organizational Leadership from Argosy University, graduating in 2014. Her academic background supports her expertise in communications and leadership within the Hawaiian context.
Community Involvement and Leadership
ʻiwalani Kūaliʻi Kahoʻohanohano has a strong background in nonprofit organizations and event planning, particularly within the Hawaiian community. She participated in the Hawaiian language immersion program and the Hawaiian revitalization movement as a graduate of Ke Kula ‘O Nāwahīokalani‘ōpu‘u. Her involvement reflects her commitment to cultural preservation and community engagement.
Skills in Digital Marketing and Storytelling
ʻiwalani Kūaliʻi Kahoʻohanohano possesses skills in digital marketing and journalism, with a focus on storytelling from a Hawaiian worldview. Her experience in the leisure, travel, and tourism industry enhances her ability to communicate effectively and authentically about Hawaiian culture and values.