About Us
Executive Profiles
Kūhiō Lewis
CEO
Kūhiō is the CEO of Hawai’i Stage and CEO of the Hawaiian Council (HC), formerly known as the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement (CNHA). HC through its for-profit subsidiary acquired Hawai‘i Stage, formerly Hawai‘i Stage & Lighting Rentals (HSLR) in 2024. HC is a member-based 501(c)3 non-profit organization with a mission to enhance the cultural, economic, political, and community development of Native Hawaiians. Under Kūhiō’s leadership, HC expanded its services to the Native Hawaiian community and the broader public through the establishment and administration of the Hawaiian Trades Academy, the online marketplace Pop-Up Mākeke, the Kū Hana Business Program, and nationally recognized emergency rental and mortgage assistance programs. HC also convenes the most consequential annual gathering of Native Hawaiians and manages the largest Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) program in the State of Hawaiʻi with a revolving $20 million fund.
Neldon E. Mamuad
Division President
Neldon Mamuad is President of the Event Services Division at Hawaiian Council’s Hawai‘i Holding & Investments LLC, where he provides strategic leadership and executive oversight for Hawai’i Stage and future acquisitions. With more than 20 years of experience in event services, live production, hospitality, media, and operations, he is recognized for driving innovation, building culturally grounded partnerships, and delivering exceptional, community-centered results.
In his current role, Neldon focuses on sustainable growth, operational excellence, and financial performance while advancing the Hawaiian Council’s mission to create economic opportunities for Native Hawaiian communities. He leads integration efforts, strengthens client and vendor relationships, and upholds service excellence across the division’s expanding portfolio.
Previously, he served as General Manager for CLEAR (NYSE: YOU) in Hawai’i, where he successfully launched operations at HNL and OGG airports, expanding the company’s secure identity network through strong collaboration with HDOT-A, TSA, and airline partners. Earlier, as Area Director of Venues for Encore, he managed in-house audiovisual operations across multiple resort properties on Maui and Lāna‘i, consistently growing revenue and elevating guest satisfaction while developing emerging leaders.