Kehau Amorin
Vice President of HPM Homes and Design Centers, HPM Building Supply
About this speaker
Kehau Amorin, a dynamic executive with over 25 years of experience in sales, business development, and strategic planning, currently serves as the Vice President of HPM Homes and Design Centers. In this role, which she assumed in 2024, Kehau leads the company's strategic initiatives and operational excellence with a people-first approach. Her career journey includes significant positions such as Director of Sales at Hardware Hawaii and Aqua Hotels & Resorts, as well as running her own consulting business. Known for her ability to develop effective business strategies and manage high-performing teams, Kehau has consistently driven growth and innovation across various sectors including local wholesale markets, travel industry, and home improvement.
Beyond her professional achievements, Kehau is deeply committed to community service. She has been an active volunteer with US VETS since 2010, taking on roles such as Chair and Fundraising Chair. As a member and past President of the NAWIC Hawaii Chapter since 2014, she advocates for women in construction. Kehau also serves on the Board of Directors for the Hawaii Island Chamber of Commerce, contributing her business acumen to support local economic growth. Her extensive volunteer work demonstrates her passion for giving back to her community and embodies the aloha spirit she brings to all her endeavors.
At the heart of Kehau's success is her philosophy that a thriving team is key to achieving great results. She often says, "When my team is learning, growing, and celebrating together, that's when the magic happens!" This approach, combined with her strategic vision and genuine connection to people, has made her a respected leader in both the business world and her community. Outside of her professional life, Kehau is a proud mother of 3, a doting grandmother to 12, and a self-proclaimed "fur mommy" to her beloved pets. Her ability to balance high-level strategic thinking with warm personal relationships makes Kehau Amorin a uniquely approachable and effective leader in Hawaiʻi's business landscape.