Honolulu Board of REALTORS® Welcomes 2025 Board Officers
Trevor Benn to serve as President of the Board of Directors
HONOLULU (February 21, 2025) – The Honolulu Board of REALTORS® recently announced its newly elected officers and board members for 2025. The new board is poised to guide the organization through another successful year, advocating for the interests of its members and homeowners across O‘ahu.
Officers (see photos left to right above):
- President Trevor W. Benn, Forward Realty
- President-Elect Aaron Tangonan, RE/MAX Honolulu
- Secretary Shaila Campbell, Hawaii Homes & Estates LLC
- Immediate Past President Fran Gendrano, KFG Properties, Inc.
“Our 6,000-plus members have been exceptionally effective in securing homes for people across our communities—this is undeniable,” said Trevor Benn, President of the Honolulu Board of REALTORS®. “We’re not just about transactions; we guide first-time homebuyers through financial literacy, savings strategies and the ins and outs of credit management. We’re on the front lines, delivering real results, and that’s what distinguishes the role of REALTORS® in the community.”
Newly elected members of the Board of Directors include:
- Shannon King, Island Living Homes
- Brandon E. Kim, List Sotheby’s International Realty
- Derek C. Lau, Real Estate Specialists
- Olivia Schubert Moschell, Hawaiʻi Life
- Christina M. Nishiyama, Engel & Volkers Honolulu
- Sean Wingate, Compass
“As the real estate industry continues to evolve, the role of a REALTOR® becomes increasingly vital in ensuring that the interests of our community and members are effectively represented,” said Suzanne Young, CEO of the Honolulu Board of REALTORS®. “Committed to our core values of responsibility and care, we strive to advocate for housing opportunities for everyone, helping to guide Hawai‘i’s residents on their journey towards homeownership and ensuring they can continue to call Hawai‘i home.”
About the New President
Since beginning his real estate career in 1995, Trevor Benn has been an influential figure in both residential and commercial real estate, closing over 700 transactions. Trusted by his clients and peers, Trevor is known for his strong foundation in ethical dealings and building strong relationships. Beyond his professional endeavors, Trevor is a committed community supporter, co-founding the HeartStart Hawaii Foundation. In addition to his role with the Honolulu Board of REALTORS®, he serves on several nonprofit boards, including the GIFT Foundation and ‘IO Society (‘Iolani School).
The officers and newly elected members join returning members of the Board of Directors, including Paula K. Bruno, Hokua Hawaii Realty, LLC; Joshua Horita, Horita Realty LLC; Grace M. Koreyasu, BHGRE Advantage Realty; Leonie Lam, BHGRE Advantage Realty; Earl W. Lee, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Hawaiʻi Realty; Sunny F. Lee-Oshiro, Locations LLC; and Jon M. Yamasato, Compass.
To download the 2025 board officers’ photos, please click here.
About the Honolulu Board of REALTORS®
Established in 1922, the Honolulu Board of REALTORS® is one of the largest of 1,100 boards of REALTORS® in the nation, and, with more than 6,200 members, is one of the largest trade organizations on O‘ahu. Membership is available to licensed real estate brokers, agents, property managers, appraisers, counselors and others engaged in all aspects of the real estate industry who pledge to adhere to a strict Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice. The Honolulu Board of REALTORS® and its members are committed to serving as housing advocates, community builders and good neighbors. For more information, call (808) 732-3000 or visit www.hicentral.com.
