About Us
Guide Dogs of Hawaii is a community-based nonprofit that has been unwavering in its commitment to Hawaii’s blind and visually impaired (BVI) residents. We have uniquely facilitated the acquisition of guide dogs, particularly when the state’s quarantine regulations posed a challenge. Our continuous efforts have been instrumental in lowering barriers by providing technology aids and training, guide dog support, and social opportunities.
Our Team
Meet our Board of Directors

Brian W. Tilker
President
Attorney
Cox Fricke LLP

Abigail Holden
Vice President
Attorney
Cox Fricke LLP

Victoria M. Cozloff
Secretary/Treasurer
Retired

Ruby Fernandez
Director
Student Activities Coordinator
Island Pacific Academy

Ron Nagasawa
Director
Director of Content
O'ahu Publications Inc.

J. William "Ned" Busch
Director
Mediator
Mediation Center of the Pacific

Michaela Savage
Director
Director of Administration
Re-use Hawai'i

Lynn Nguyen
Director
Educator
Fruitions eTutoring
Meet our GDH Team

Jeanne Lujan Torres
Executive Director

Trudy Fernandez
Deputy Director

Diane Taketa
Accountant

Aza Torres
Communications Manager

Ezra White
Communications Assistant

Tehani Lopes
Client Services Specialist

Jeremiah Avilla
Programs Assistant
Meet our Security Team