CEO & Executive Director

Toni Muranaka

Toni@EpilepsyHawaii.org

Toni Muranaka brings over two decades of leadership and dedication to the non-profit sector in Hawai’i, with a deep passion for fostering community well-being and empowerment. As the new Executive Director of the Epilepsy Foundation of Hawaii, Toni leverages her extensive experience in organizational development, event management, and strategic fundraising to advocate for individuals and families affected by epilepsy.

Toni has a proven track record of driving impactful programs, including securing significant grants to advance community health initiatives and spearheading innovative donor systems. Her career reflects a commitment to collaboration, resourcefulness, and service, making her well-positioned to enhance the Foundation’s mission. Toni is excited to continue building strong community connections and delivering meaningful support for those living with epilepsy across Hawai’i.

 

Board of Directors

President

Janelle Papin
Lead Strategist – West Coast Region Kaiser Permanente

Vice President

Ed Kemper, Esq.
Attorney
Edward C. Kemper Law

Treasurer

Terrence Aratani
Chief Executive Officer
Ko’olauloa Health Center

Secretary

Ron Shimabuku
Director of Public Policy and Advocacy
Alzheimer’s Association Hawaii

Dr. Leslie Rudzinski, MD
Epileptologist, Queen’s Comprehensive Epilepsy Center

Donna Mendes
Assistant Vice-President & Branch Manager First Hawaiian Bank

Robert Silva
Automotive Instructor
Honolulu Community College

Radiant Cordero
City Council Member – District 7 City and County of Honolulu 

Associate Editor Fil-Am Courier

Jenna K. Young
Territory Manager LivaNova ~ Medical Devices for Head and Heart

Jodie Gerson, PSY.D
Clinical Psychologist/Clinical Lead ~ Department of Health (DOH) Family Court Liaison Branch

Executive Director ~ Hawai‘i Pro Bono Mental Health Center

Linh Owen
CFO – Fighting Eel 
Director of Awesome

Professional Advisory Board

Dr. Leslie Rudzinski, MD
Epileptologist, Queen’s Comprehensive Epilepsy Center

Dr. Alan Stein, MD
Epileptologist, Queen’s Comprehensive Epilepsy Center
Dr. Victoria Wong, MD
Epileptologist, Queen’s Comprehensive Epilepsy Center

Dr. Vimala Vajjala, MD
Epileptologist, Hawaiʻi Pacific Neurosience

Dr. Keith Abe, MD
Pediatric Neurologist, Kapiʻolani Medical Center

Dr. Gregory Yim, MD
Pediatric Neurologist, Hawaiʻi Pacific Health

Dr. Ryan Lee, MD
Pediatric Neurologist, Shriners and DOH Developmental Disabilities Division

Miki Wong, RD
Registered Dietician, Shriners and Nā Puʻuwai

Wendy Gibson, RN

Jessica Garlock, MSW

Christina Takara, RN

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