ABOUT US
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About
The Hānau Hou Arts & Fashion Show is not only a Spring trend but also reflects the values of our presenting designers and organizations. To empower designers to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, ingenuity, and the development tools to help local designers thrive locally and abroad. It also provides a platform to celebrate Hawaiian culture and the Merrie Monarch festival.
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Mission
To provide exposure for creative talents to globally feature their pieces and tell their narrative through the expression of fashion and arts.
Meet the Team
CEO & Founder
Dr. Hannah Preston Pita
Hannah Preston Pita is a daughter, wife, mother and grandmother. She has two doctorates in Clinical Psychology and in Education - Transformational Leadership. She started this show while starting her own fashion line, Hoʻoilina, with hopes to showcase the talents of Hawaiʻi. It is her vision that roots Hānau Hou to itʻs purpose.
Executive Director
Raynn Dangaran
Raynn Dangaran is a recent 2024 graduate of Oregon State University. Born and raised here in Hilo, Hawaiʻi, her passion for events like fashion shows is rooted deep within her childhood. Raynn joined the team as Executive Director to fulfill Dr. Hannahʻs vision of appreciating and presenting local artistry in all forms.
Director of Operations
Hayden Konanui-Tucker
Hayden Konanui-Tucker is a proud alumni of Kamehameha Schools Hawaiʻi Class of 2022, and is a current Hawaiian Studies major at Ka Haka ʻUla o Ke'elikōlani, College of Hawaiian Language at the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo. Hayden has found a passion and love for giving back to his community in any capacity he can through outlets of social engagement.
Our Hānau Hou ʻOhana. The leaders and faces that make this event happen.