Housing Hawai‘i’s Future
An Intergenerational Conversation — Event Agenda
A live, solutions-driven gathering focused on building a shared future for housing in Hawai‘i.
1:00 – 1:10 PM
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Speaker: Lee Wang, Executive Director, HHF
Framing the purpose and goals for the afternoon.
1:10 – 1:40 PM
Keynote — “The Next Generation of Homeowners”
Presenter: Nora Guerra, Senior VP, Community Lending Solutions
A data-driven look at Gen Z & Millennial homebuyers, affordability, and what it means for Hawai‘i’s housing future.
1:40 – 2:20 PM
Intergenerational Panel — “The Needs of the Many”
Perspectives across generations on what “home” means and where needs align to keep people rooted in Hawai‘i.
- Keali‘i Lopez
- Mike Hamasu
- Melanie Islam
- Cole Phillips
- Anna Nguyen
2:25 – 3:05 PM
Solutions Panel — “Turning ‘Talk Story’ into Action”
Real-world tools and programs improving housing affordability and access in Hawai‘i.
- Billy Pieper — American Savings Bank
- Matt Prellberg — Holomua Collective
- Nora Guerra — Guild Mortgage
- Leahna Luke — Honolulu Housing and Land Management
- Jennifer Pecher — Aloha United Way
3:10 – 3:50 PM
Youth Panel — “A Vision for the Future”
Young leaders respond to the day’s discussions and share their vision for an affordable, inclusive Hawai‘i.
- John Quindara
- Logan Otani
- Perry Arrasmith
- Amanda Ishikawa-Murphy
- Anna Nguyen
3:50 – 4:00 PM
Closing Remarks & Call to Action
Key takeaways and how to stay engaged with Housing Hawai‘i’s Future.