NAME/POSITION

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Rick Gaffney
President
(808) 329-4066
rgaffney@pacificboatsales.com

A lifelong resident of Hawaii, Rick has been actively involved in the local, national and international politics of boating, ocean recreation and fishery management for over 40 years.  He owns Pacific Boats & Yachts, LLC a new and used boat and yacht brokerage company.

Capt. Ray Kalman
Vice President
(808) 937-6944
rkalman@hawaii.rr.com

As a permanent resident of Hawaii since 2000, Ray brings over 40 years of professional experience in the recreation and adventure industry to the HF&BA, including many years of Board and Commission service.  Since 2001, Capt. Ray has owned & operated Kona Sea Sports, Inc., d.b.a. Shogun Charters.

Capt. Howard Conant
Secretary
(808) 987-9698
captain@konasail.com

First arrived in Hawaii 1964, sailing from Long Beach, now with 100,000 miles under sail. Sailing author published by Cruising World, Ocean Navigator, and Sail Magazine. Captain of Holy Grail, a private charter sail boat. Retired organic Kona coffee farmer, and director Kona Coffee Council. Restaurateur for 25 years. Two years president of the Channel Islands Harbor Lessees Association and two years vice president.

Victoria L. Kalman (Vicki)
Treasurer
(808) 936-9733
vkalman@hawaii.rr.com

Attorney/Mediator licensed in Hawaii and California; resident of Hawaii since 2000; boat owner, SCUBA diver, and outdoor enthusiast.

Capt. Bill Crawford
Director
(808) 325-7278  (808) 960-4691
chiripa@hawaii.rr.com

Owner Chiripa Sportfishing Inc. since 1992. Sailed from California to Hawaii 13 times, Trans Pac Race 3 times, Tahiti Race once. Sailed the World except for the Atlantic. 2 Seasons in the Mediterranean Sea. I've been on the Ocean my whole life and did not stop Sailing for 15 years. Hawaii has been my Home since 1970.

Capt. Neal Isaacs
Director
(808) 987-1127
Anxious1@hawaii.rr.com

Resident of Hawaii for over 25 years. Charter boat captain for over 40 years & owner of Anxious Fishing Charters, Inc. Retired IBM Account Executive.

Greg Knapp
Director
grk@turquoise.net

Lifetime member Kai-O-Pua Canoe Club, Hawaii Island Paddle Sport Assoc. Founding Member, 25 yr. volunteer Hawaiian Billfish Assoc., Ironman finisher, Molokai World Championship Races, 9 man 2 man, Solo. approx 35 crossings. Owner G.R. Knapp Masonry Co., Diver, Waterman.

Margaret Smith-Pierce
Director
kmsmargaret@hawaiiantel.net

Currently partner, Vice President & General Manager of Kona Marine.  Have been with Kona Marine Supply since 1988. We are one of the state's most complete marine supply stores.

Gary Sheehan
Director
(808) 960-0204
gwsheehan@gmail.com

Over 30 years in Redi-Mix Concrete business,  5th generation kamaaina, boat owner, fisherman, ocean lover.

Capt. Daniel Starsong
Director
(808) 989-0993
strsng@yahoo.com

Resident of Hawaii 33 years; Sailor with USCG 100 Ton Masters License; Long-time member of Kona Sailing Club & Aloha Sailing Club, Director/Treasurer – Big Island Sailing Foundation.

Capt. Brian Wargo
Director
bitemesportfishing@hawaii.rr.com

Hawaii resident 14 years:  USCG 100 Ton Masters License; co-owner of five charter boats & Bite Me Fish Market Bar and Grill; Clothing and Sales – all @ Honokohau Harbor.