Kamehameha Schools Executive and Leadership Team

Livingston Wong, the Chief Executive Officer at Kamehameha Schools, directs the overarching strategic vision for the organization. This leadership role involves managing the educational mission to improve the capability and well-being of Hawaiian children across the state. By overseeing the alignment of academic programs with long-term institutional goals, the Chief Executive Officer ensures the effective delivery of services within the K-12 education sector. Livingston Wong maintains constant communication with the Board of Trustees to refine policy and operational standards. Through the coordination of diverse departments, the Chief Executive Officer drives organizational growth and maintains the integrity of the educational mission. This position requires balancing complex administrative demands with the specific cultural needs of the student population. Ultimately, the Chief Executive Officer secures the future of the institution by fostering innovation in teaching methodologies and expanding community outreach initiatives throughout the Pacific region.

Pomaialoha Apana, the Director of Office of Chief Executive Officer at Kamehameha Schools, manages the daily operational flow and administrative priorities for the executive leadership team. This role involves coordinating high-level projects that support the mission of improving the well-being of Hawaiian children. By facilitating communication between the Chief Executive Officer and various internal departments, the Director of Office of Chief Executive Officer ensures that strategic initiatives receive proper attention and resources. Pomaialoha Apana oversees the scheduling of critical board meetings and monitors the progress of key educational programs. This position requires meticulous attention to detail and the ability to synthesize complex information for executive review. Through the management of administrative workflows, the Director of Office of Chief Executive Officer optimizes the efficiency of the Honolulu headquarters. This leadership function directly supports the broader organizational goals by maintaining clear channels of accountability and operational transparency.

Benjamin Salazar, the Vice President, Finance & Chief Financial Officer at Kamehameha Schools, oversees the fiscal health and long-term financial sustainability of the organization. This role involves managing the endowment and budgetary allocations required to support the educational mission for Hawaiian children. By directing financial planning and analysis, the Vice President, Finance & Chief Financial Officer ensures that resources remain aligned with the strategic objectives of the school district. Benjamin Salazar collaborates with the Board of Trustees to maintain rigorous fiscal oversight and compliance standards. This leadership position requires the management of complex investment portfolios and the optimization of operational funding across all campuses. Through the implementation of robust financial controls, the Vice President, Finance & Chief Financial Officer mitigates risk and supports the expansion of educational services. This role remains essential for the continued growth and stability of the institution within the competitive landscape of private education.

Kim Kanaiaupuni, the Office of The Vice President & Chief Financial Officer at Kamehameha Schools, coordinates the administrative and analytical functions that support the financial leadership of the organization. This role involves managing the data-driven processes necessary to track the impact of educational investments on the well-being of Hawaiian children. By assisting the Vice President, Finance & Chief Financial Officer with budget reporting and resource allocation, the Office of The Vice President & Chief Financial Officer ensures that financial operations remain efficient and transparent. Kim Kanaiaupuni oversees the integration of fiscal policies across various departments to maintain institutional compliance. This position requires the synthesis of complex financial data to inform executive decision-making regarding school district expansion and program development. Through the management of internal reporting systems, the Office of The Vice President & Chief Financial Officer supports the long-term financial viability of the institution while upholding the core mission of educational excellence.