Keolamaikalani Dean, Esq.

Chief Executive Officer

Position: Keolamaikalani Dean (he/him/kāne) is the Chief Executive Officer of the King Lunalilo Trust & Home.

Background Experience & Education: After graduating from the Kamehameha Schools, Keola obtained his B.A. from Harvard University, M.S. in Accountancy from Bentley University, J.D. from Stanford Law School, and Master of Health Policy & Administration from Washington State University. He practiced public accounting and audit for five years and corporate and securities law for ten years. Most recently, he served for eight years as an executive in the Washington state Medicaid agency, focused on tribal and urban Indian physical and behavioral health care and long-term services and supports. Keola is licensed to practice law in Washington.

Fun Facts, Awards, & Other Unique Qualities: Keola is descended from two very different kahuna lines and enjoys singing and weaving haku lei.

Personal: Keola grew up in Nānākuli, where his mom and grandparents raised him. He is married with four grandchildren and two dogs.

Jennifer A. H. Inouye

Chief Operating Officer

Position and Role: Jennifer Inouye (she/her/wahine) is the Chief Operating Officer of the King Lunalilo Trust. With over 18 years of experience in human resource management, strategic planning, payroll, accounting, and employee relations, Jen leads the internal operations of King Lunalilo Trust and Lunalilo Home.

Background Experience and Education: Before she joined the Trust in 2022, Jen led the human resource and accounting functions of several locally-owned companies. A graduate of Kaiser High School, she obtained her B.A. from University of Vermont and M.B.A. and Master of Human Resource Management from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. Jen is a Society of Human Resource Management Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) and has her Certification as Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR).

Fun Facts, Awards, and Other Unique Qualities: Jen coaches youth soccer at all age levels, helping ʻōpio develop teamwork and goal setting skills. She currently serves on the Oahu League of Hawaii Youth Soccer Association Board.

Personal: Jennifer has two keiki and lives in east Honolulu.

Patricia Mayes

Director of Nursing

Position and Role: Patricia Mayes (she/her/wahine) is the Director of Nursing (DON) at Lunalilo Home. As a registered professional, Patricia is responsible for overseeing the comprehensive care of our kupuna. She manages the Nursing Services Department, ensuring the highest standards of care are met. Patricia collaborates closely with all departments and individuals to address resident care needs and welfare, coordinating efforts to provide exceptional support and well-being for our residents.

Background Experience and Education: Patricia began her nursing career in the SNF/LTC environment, advancing to a SNF unit manager position. With a growing interest in wound care and infection control, she obtained certifications and developed a passion for teaching nurses. This led her to roles as a nurse educator and state surveyor, where she supported facilities with survey-readiness and compliance. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Patricia worked with the Hawaii Department of Health to enhance safety and best practices in local SNF/LTC facilities. She was later offered a permanent position as a Director of Nursing and subsequently promoted to Regional Director of Clinical Services and Business Management.

Fun Facts, Awards, and Unique Qualities: Patricia has obtained her BSN/RN degree, wound care certification, and infection control certification. Additionally, Patricia was honored to receive the Florence Nightingale Award three times throughout her career.

Personal: She has a natural tendency to connect with and feel drawn to nature. Patricia enjoys spending time outdoors, hiking, walking her dogs, gardening, and exploring new places. Patricia was drawn to Lunalilo Home by its esteemed mission and values. She is honored to be part of the team and dedicated to providing exceptional care to our kupuna.

Iwalani Kanoelehua Ah Quin

Director of Kupuna Programs & Community Engagement

Position and Role: Iwalani Ah Quin (she/her/wahine) is the Director of Kupuna Programs & Community Engagement, and is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents at Lunalilo Home and participants in the adult day center. She designs and oversees engaging therapeutic activities tailored to the unique interests and needs of kupuna. Iwalani develops a comprehensive volunteer program, ensuring effective recruitment, training, and support for volunteers. Collaborating closely with healthcare professionals and staff, she continuously evaluates and improves programs while fostering a kupuna-centered care environment. Iwalani also facilitates the Kupuna Council, ensuring that kupuna have a voice in decisions that impact their lives and care.

Background Experience and Education: A graduate of the University Laboratory School in Mānoa, Iwalani has worked at Lunalilo Home since 1993. The longest tenure employee of the King Lunalilo Trust, she served in nearly every department at Lunalilo Home before she became Director of the Adult Day Center in 2017 and then Administrator of the Lunalilo Home in 2023.

Fun Facts, Awards, and Other Unique Qualities: Iwalani grew up close to Lunalilo Home, in Kamilo Iki Valley. She really enjoys working with the kūpuna and says she learns new things from them every day.

Personal : Iwalani has long-standing ties to Lunalilo Home and the area. Her mother grew up on Maunalua Bay before Hawaiʻi Kai was developed. Her father was a resident of Lunalilo Home for several years before his passing.

Ian L. Heilbron

Director of Support Services

Position and Role: Ian Heilbron (he/him/kāne) serves as the Director of Support Services. He oversees the Facilities and Kitchen departments at Lunalilo Home, ensuring efficient operations and high standards of service for employees, kupuna, and their families. He implements cleaning and preventive maintenance programs, and manages vendor relationships while ensuring compliance with health, safety, and food safety regulations. Ian focuses on cost-effective operations through process improvements, providing hands-on support to maintain a safe and comfortable environment.

Background Experience and Education: After graduating from St. Louis High School, Ian earned his B.S. in Business Administration from Seattle University. He started his career in accounting at a rapidly growing non-profit corneal procurement organization in Seattle. After five years he moved back to Hawaiʻi and worked in accounting at a youth services non-profit . He became the King Lunalilo Trust as Finance Director in 2016 and then the Director of Support Services in 2024.

Fun Facts, Awards, and Other Unique Qualities: Ian loves working with his hands. While growing up with his family, he helped build or renovate many homes. Coming home from school, he regularly wiped drywall dust off his desk. He obtained his real-estate license (inactive) at the age of 18, and he still appreciates architecture and hands-on projects.

Personal: Ian is a widower currently residing in Kailua where he grew up and loves visiting his grandmother on a weekly basis. He is a supporter of the Seattle Sounders and Manchester United football club.


Chase Inouye

HR Generalist

Position: Chase Inouye (he/him/kāne) is the HR Specialist for King Lunalilo Trust (KLT). He leads recruitment efforts, coordinates pre-employment processes, and manages new hire orientations and employee recognition programs. Chase ensures compliance with employment laws, tracks employee training and certifications, and represents KLT at career fairs. He also supports employee relations, coaching, compensation, payroll processing, and organizational development.

Background Experience & Education: He graduated from the University of Hawaii with a B.A. in Japanese Language and Culture, which led to a move to Japan shortly after. Over the course of 15 years, he lived and worked in Japan—spending 14 years in Tokyo City and the final year in Shizuoka Prefecture. His most recent role was as an Instructor Development Manager for Link Interac, Japan’s largest provider of foreign Assistant Language Teachers (ALTs). At Link Interac, he supported and trained educators who inspired students through interactive lessons and cross-cultural insights. With extensive experience in managing diverse teams, he contributed to a company with over 50 years of leadership in English education.

Fun Facts, Awards, & Other Unique Qualities: Chase enjoys spending time at the beach, hiking and traveling with his wife and daughter. They’ve gone to Italy, France, Switzerland, Belgium, Malta, and The Netherlands. They hope to be able to visit Spain, Portugal among other European countries in the near future.

Personal: Chase was born and raised in Hawaii Kai. He returned to Hawaii in the Spring of 2023 with his wife and daughter.

Emma Adolpho

Sales and Marketing Manager

Position and Role: Emma Adolpho (she/her/wahine) is the Sales and Marketing Manager at King Lunalilo Trust. She oversees sales, marketing, and admissions, strengthening community engagement and donor relationships while promoting the trust’s mission.

Background Experience and Education: Emma earned her B.S. in Marketing from Weber State University. She worked in nursing home admissions, marketing, and customer service for over six years before joining the King Lunalilo Trust. In 2021, she joined the King Lunalilo Trust as Admissions Manager of Lunalilo Home, and, in 2023, she became Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer.

Fun Facts, Awards, and Other Unique Qualities: Emma loves the outdoors. She is from Utah and loves hiking and the beach. She graduated with her degree with honors. She speaks three languages: Spanish, Papiamento and English. She loves being with and around people; that’s what makes her happiest.

Personal: Emma has a loving family who live in Utah. She enjoys activities outdoors, movies, and good food. In her free time she likes to paint and thrift shop.