Meet the Council
Since our founding in 2000, OIC continues the legacies of our founding mothers. We’re proud of the diversity of our staff and their own unique experiences, skills, and strengths contributing to our success. Find out more below.
Meali'i (Mae) Prieto
Council Member
Daughter of our founding mothers whose family has been active since the early 70s.
Jiwere-Nut’achi/Otoe-Missouria & Kanaka Maoli/Hawaiian
Loa Simoes
Council Member
Traditional dancer & Ambassador of Aloha
Meskwaki
Dorothy Gonzales
Council Member
Grandmother, caretaker & supportive friend of the council.
Dine'
Tom & Pauline
Council Members
Long-time retired residents & active supporters of powwow operations & educational events for over 10 years.
Friends of Creek & Colorado River Indian Tribal members/ Arizona Tribal relations
Tiana Brennan
Council Member
Veteran, military wife, & UH student stationed to Hawaii with her family in 2017. Coordinates volunteers, education, and keiki crafts booth for Powwow.
Dine'/Hispanic
Loren Holly
Council Member
Owner & Chef of Kimo's Akamai Catering, serving community needs through his culinary expertise and aloha (love) for the indigenous people of Hawaii.
Dine'
Ikaika Kristian ʻEleu Anderson
Council Member
Local photographer and longtime supporter of the Council
Kanaka Maoli, Japanese, German, Swedish
Lisa Leilani Kaʻanoʻi
Council Member Advisor
Longtime advocate in the Hawaiian non-profit industry and newly elected leader of the Council
Yuit (Sivuqaq Yupik) &
Kanaka Maoli/Hawaiian