Kamehameha Schools has announced a new director of planning and development.
Also a graduate of KS Kapālama, Melanie Pualani Hao will lead projects for Kamehameha’s commercial properties and master-planned communities.
“I am deeply honored for the opportunity to return home and return the many gifts Ke Ali‘i Pauahi has blessed me with,” Hao said in a statement. “I’m excited to carry on the tradition of serving this amazing organization with a meaningful mission close to my heart.”
Hao worked with commercial real estate prior to her new position. Hao most recently worked with Providence Saint Joseph Health System.
