Meet Our Board Members and Key Supporters
Kaimana Kuahiwinui, President
Born and raised Anahola, Hawaii and with over 25 years of experience in retail and sales, Kaimana bring extensive knowledge in customer service, relationship building, and business development.
His professional background also includes many years of warehouse operations, along with four years of accounting experience and telephone sales.
Throughout his career, he has developed a strong work ethic, adaptability, and a passion for connecting with people and creating opportunities.
As a business-minded professional and entrepreneur, Kaimana is committed to building lasting relationships, supporting his community, and contributing to meaningful and successful ventures.
Tom Freestone, Secretary
Originally from Alaska, Tom Freestone arrived on Kauaʻi on August 5, 2003, fulfilling a childhood dream of becoming a golf professional and calling the Garden Island home. For more than 23 years, Tom has built his career in golf while developing deep connections throughout the Kauaʻi community.
Through personal and family experiences, Tom has gained a profound appreciation for the importance of mental health. His career in golf has taught him that positive thinking and mental resilience are not always natural abilities, but skills developed through practice, patience, and perseverance.
Tom believes mental health is at the foundation of many challenges facing individuals, families, and communities. His professional role has provided opportunities to support numerous charitable organizations across Kauaʻi, strengthening his commitment to giving back to the island that has given him so much.
As a board member of Kauaʻi Mental Health Advocates, Tom is honored to support an organization he deeply respects and is grateful for the opportunity to help advance its mission of promoting mental wellness, compassion, and support throughout the Kauaʻi community.
Terence (Terry) Liu, Treasurer
Terry Liu is a semi-retired nonprofit consultant who lives in Kapa’a. Terry’s professional career includes 26 years as federal grant specialist for the National Endowment for the Arts, Interim CEO for Hawai’i Arts Alliance, and Kaua’i regional manager for fine arts retailer, Martin & MacArthur.
He serves on the board of System Speak Foundation, an international nonprofit that offers resources to empower individuals navigating complex emotional and psychological experiences.
Dr. Liu earned degrees in violin performance and graduate degrees in ethnomusicology, is trained in conflict resolution and EEOC compliance, and is an Usui method reiki teacher.
