Amanda leverages her extensive background in data science and analytics to inform equitable, data-informed decision-making. With over 20 years’ experience in institutional research, business intelligence, and data strategy, Amanda specializes in transforming complex datasets into actionable insights that support community well-being and public policy. Prior to joining HDC, she held senior data roles supporting McKinsey & Company and Mayo Clinic and served in higher education leadership across Hawai‘i and California. Amanda holds Master’s Degrees in Data Science and Educational Leadership. Passionate about social impact, she is dedicated to using data as a tool to uplift underserved communities and promote sustainable, inclusive growth across Hawai‘i.

Adriann brings extensive experience developing and managing relationships, as well as a background in operations, and project management and coordination. Adriann previously worked in various industries including research and consulting, translation, reality television production, branding/retail, and resort development before discovering her passion for social change when in 2018, she joined the team at Ulupono Initiative - a Hawai‘i-focused organization that invests, educates and advocates to support locally produced food, renewable energy, clean transportation and fresh water management. Born and raised in Honolulu, Hawai‘i, and a graduate of Punahou School, Adriann feels a deep connection to her home and a personal responsibility in helping to preserve Hawai‘i’s people, land, and culture for generations to come – which is why she feels so aligned with the HDC mission. In her role, she supports nonprofit service providers in building data capacity, while also identifying opportunities for cross-sector collaboration. Adriann earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Chinese Language and Culture from Georgetown University, and possesses skills in conversational Mandarin and Cantonese, which she likes to practice when she’s traveling the world, having traveled to 31 countries and counting.

Emma supports partner organizations and HDC’s team with strategy development that enable data-guided decisions. Emma earned her Master of Public Policy from the University of Michigan and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Emory University in International Relations and French Language. Her studies focused on social policy and analytical research, specifically in immigration and anti-poverty programs. Prior to joining HDC, she conducted research for the University of Michigan’s Center for Social Solutions, and served on the resettlement team at the International Rescue Committee. Emma feels a deep connection to Hawaiʻi, which developed from a young age through regular trips back to the islands to visit family, and is passionate about working in service of improving the well-being of Hawai’i’s communities.

Tiffany supports HDC’s government partnerships work, contributing to projects that strengthen how the government and community use data to inform policy and address shared challenges. Tiffany is a senior at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Economics where her studies focus on international relations and sustainable development. Born and raised in Honolulu, she brings experience from legislative work in the U.S. House of Representatives, economic research in the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, and nonprofit policy research on arms regulation. Passionate about supporting the welfare of Hawaii’s communities, Tiffany aspires to develop ethical solutions that address how the intersections of climate change, global security, and emerging technologies reshape patterns of displacement, resource conflict, and governance across the Asia-Pacific.

Kyle provides technical guidance and implementation of software solutions. Kyle holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa.