Deep Healthcare & Government Experience
- The Queen’s Medical Center-West O‘ahu: Helped with the opening of the medical center. Served as Head of Physician Relations and Medical Staff Services (2014–2025).
- State Health Planning Advisory: Nominated by the Governor and confirmed by Hawai’i State Senate as member of the Statewide Health Coordinating Council (2020–2025), and the West O‘ahu Subarea Health Planning Council (2018–2025).
- Office of the Governor: Led Hawaii’s State Boards and Commissions Office to enforce integrity across 170+ constitutional, statutory, and executive boards.
- Office of the Mayor (Maui County): Served as an Economic Development Specialist to help create local jobs. Helped young people from tough backgrounds and low-income families.
- Kaiser Permanente – Hawai’i: Served as Regional Coordinator-Contingent Workers to manage workforce logistics.
Championing Our Community, Honoring Our Culture
- Education & Language: UH Mānoa Graduate: Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA). Fluent in English & Ilocano.
- Faith-Based Service: Active member of the Knights of Columbus (Our Lady of La Salette Council #10475) at St. Joseph Church in Waipahu.
- Civic Leadership: 2026 Chaplain for the Knights of Rizal – Aloha Chapter and past President of the Filipino Junior Chamber (FJC).
- Broad Community Involvement: Active member of Fil-Am Toastmasters; former member of the United Filipino Council of Hawai’i (UFCH), O‘ahu Filipino Community Council (OFCC), Asian-American Journalist Association, and the Kiwanis Club.
- Community & Cultural Awards: 2025 Mr. Ilustrado (Modern Day Hero) Honoree, 2024 Mr. Ilustrado (Modern Day Hero) Awardee, and Mr. Barong
- Cultural Representation: Featured in Emme Tomimbang’s historic documentary Aloha With Mabuhay – The Hawai’i Filipino Experience 1906-2006” (a documentary that commemorate the journey, the struggles, and accomplishments of Hawai’i Filipinos). Participated in ABS-CBN’s Wowowee.
- Community Impact: Directed and managed the marketing strategy for the historic 2002 Mabuhay Festival, celebrating the monumental grand opening of Hawai’i’s The Filipino Community Center (FilCom).
Proven Business Leadership
- 20+ Years as a Local Business Owner: Understands the economic pressures facing Hawai’i’s small businesses.
- Hawai’i CPR Training Services, LLC: Owner and Chief Instructor (2014–Present), teaching life-saving skills to our community.
- Aloha Angel Care, LLC: Former Owner and Administrator, managing a dedicated local care home.
- Business Leadership Roles: Past Vice President of the Filipino Chamber of Commerce of Hawai’i (FCCH). Also former member of Executive Club of Honolulu and the Maui Young Business Roundtable.
Award-Winning Leadership
- 2026 Outstanding Alumni of the Year (Hawai’i JCI Senate & Alumni)
- “Forty Under 40” (Pacific Business News)
- USJC Ambassadorship (Hawai’i Jaycees)
- Brownfield/Armbruster Memorial Award (Hawai’i Jaycees)
- Young Leader Award (Kalayaan Philippines Hawaii’ International)
Meet My ‘Ohana
The Barsatan ʻOhana (left to right): Andrew, Austin, Eric, Millie, Ariana, and Adrian.
Millie brings over 25 years of experience as a registered nurse, alongside a strong background as an investor, entrepreneur, and former care home operator. Her unwavering dedication to public health earned her recognition as a Fil-Am Healthcare Hero during the COVID-19 pandemic. An inspiring figure in the community, Millie’s story was recently highlighted in the new book Brave, Bold and Beautiful: Inspirational Stories of Magnificent Women of Hawaiʻi. Millie and Eric are celebrating nearly 20 years of marriage, sharing a deep, lifelong commitment to both their family and their community.
Adrian is a student scholar and embodies the values of hard work and community spirit. He is a dedicated nursing student who just finished his first year of college, preparing for a lifelong career in healthcare. A gifted vocalist and multi-instrumentalist (tenor saxophone and bass guitar), Adrian is just as passionate about the arts as he is about helping others. He frequently dedicates his free time to community service projects, always looking for ways to give back.
Austin recently finished his sophomore year of high school as an honor student and one of the top performers in his class. Highly active in his school community, he takes on various leadership roles and is a member of distinguished honor societies. Beyond his academics, Austin is a talented musician who plays both the guitar and piano. He shares his family’s deep commitment to helping others, regularly dedicating his time to community service projects.
Andrew is an honor student who recently completed the 8th grade. This year, he was incredibly honored to receive his school’s top recognition, the prestigious Stanley M. Sakuma Award. Presented annually to just one student, it recognizes exceptional academic excellence, outstanding leadership, and a deep commitment to serving others. In addition to his academic achievements, Andrew is an accomplished musician who loves playing the drums and piano. His dedication to the arts earned him the title of ‘Student of the Year’ for his intermediate school band in 2025, and he has already performed at major local venues in Hawaii, including Blue Note Hawaii and the Honolulu Museum of Art.
Ariana, who just finished the sixth grade, is a remarkable young leader and athlete who recently served as a student Ambassador for Waikele Elementary. Deeply dedicated to the performing arts, she balances her time as a dancer and the lead singer of the band Mayjah 7th. A true global ambassador of Hawaii’s culture, Ariana has performed on stages ranging from the Hawaii Theatre and Blue Note Hawaii to international venues in Korea and Japan. Her impressive resume includes marching in the 2023 Tournament of Roses Parade. She continues to proudly represent the community on the world stage, with an upcoming performance at the highly anticipated 100th anniversary of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York, followed by cultural tours in Tahiti and New Zealand next year.
My Heroes: My Parents – Andres and Erlinda Barsatan
My foundation was built by my hero—my father, Andres Umangay Barsatan, originally from Magsingal, Ilocos Sur, Philippines. For decades, he worked on Lana‘i as a Dole pineapple planter, harbor worker, and a proud ILWU union steward.
Growing up, our home was a hub for local politics. My dad campaigned so hard for various gubernatorial and mayoral candidates that they became close family friends who often stayed overnight.
I recently surprised him at his adult foster home to share that I am running for State House District 36. It had been years since I saw him smile that big. He was overwhelmed with pride and insisted that my campaign banner remain at the foster home so he can see it every single day. He even told me he wishes he could still hit the streets to campaign for me.
God truly blessed me with the best father. I am running to honor the legacy of hard work and passion for community that he instilled in me.
Alongside my father, my beautiful mother, Erlinda Caceres Barsatan, was my ultimate hero. Originally from Piddig, Ilocos Norte and Cagayan, Philippines, she was the foundation and the core that kept our family together, providing the kind of endless love and support that only a mother could.
For years, she worked tirelessly as a Dole pineapple picker on Lana‘i before transitioning to the hotel kitchen. She was well-known as a great cook and baker, and I still miss her great food and baked goods after all these years. She was quite simply the best mom ever—and my biggest cheerleader.
We lost her far too soon in 2006 to skin cancer at just 58 years old, and my heart still aches from that great loss. While I wholeheartedly wish she was physically here to see this journey, I know she is rooting for me in spirit for this election. Her nurturing soul and boundless love are at the very heart of why I want to serve our community.