Savaii
Our Operations Manager, Savaii, joined Work Now Hawaii in April 2024, driven by a longstanding passion for helping individuals develop, grow, and achieve success in their personal and professional lives. Since 2011, Savaii has actively participated as a youth, high school, and collegiate sports coach, where he has had the privilege of mentoring athletes both on and off the field. […]
Lili
Lili was born and raised on Hawaiʻi Island and graduated from Kamehameha Schools Kapālama before continuing her college education. She joined Work Now Hawaii in late September 2025 and feels fortunate to be part of a team that shares her passion for serving the community and providing incredible work opportunities for individuals. Lili has always been dedicated to community […]
Josh
Josh was looking for a change to pivot to his career when he first connected with Work Now Hawaii at a local networking event. With his background as a sales executive, and freshly issued project management certificates, he was a quick-thinker we needed to help us ramp up our new Ability One contract in 2023. Josh was […]
Kyle
Kyle’s journey to Work Now Hawaii has been anything but conventional, and that’s what makes it so inspiring! He has always had a big heart, dedicating his time to volunteer work with the Special Olympics, coaching various sports, and actively supporting local after-school programs. After gaining valuable experience in public schools, he ventured into administrative roles, focusing […]
Hernaniʻs WNH Story
Hernani is a deaf individual who describes himself as friendly, funny, and caring once people get to know him. In his free time, he enjoys watching movies after work. He also participates in a lot of basketball and volleyball activities and enjoys staying active. This same high energy and positive attitude reflect well in his work ethic. […]
Ken’s WNH Story
Ken is another hard worker that can usually be found around the Work Now Hawaii office. He often helps with custodial duties, such as mopping the restrooms, vacuuming the floors, pulling weeds, and occasionally checking the mail. Ken is also able to utilize his love for cooking and the kitchen to assist with handling the […]
Imelda’s Legacy: A Lifetime of Dedication and Independence at 72
Imelda’s journey is a masterclass in work ethic and resilience. After moving to Hawaii from the Philippines in 2000, she began her professional path through a referral from the Hawaii School for the Blind. A 24-Year Foundation of Excellence Her career in Hawaii began with Network Enterprise, where she spent nine years performing specialized medical […]
Christopher’s Journey: Finding Stability and Growth
Image of Christopher standing in his Work Now Hawaii T-shirt. Originally from Georgia, Christopher moved to Hawaii when he was 10 years old. In his free time, he enjoys relaxing, watching movies, and gaming. While he enjoyed his downtime, his professional life was a different story—he was stuck in the “unpredictable” cycle of temporary work […]
Luke’s Path to Independence: From Learning the Ropes to Serving in Kalihi
Luke’s professional journey is a testament to what happens when hard work meets the right support system. His story began through the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) and the Vocational Wellness and Training Support (VWATS) program. This foundation allowed him to transition into Work-Based Learning, where he first began custodial work at Hale Mohalu. The […]
All in The Ishiki Family!
Here at Work Now Hawaii (WNH), we take pride in having a special family employed with us: The Ishikis! They wear their heart on their sleeves in whatever they do at WNH. The Ishikis are composed of Cheryl, with her twin sons, Kurt and Seth. Collectively, this family joined our team in 2019 and consistently […]