MEET ERIC

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ABOUT ERIC

As a long-time local business owner and a former manager of physician relations and medical staff services at The Queen’s Medical Center-West Oʻahu, I understand the real economic and social pressures squeezing our working families, our kūpuna, and our local shops. Having served our community for decades through local civic, faith-based, and cultural organizations, my mission is to make Waipahu affordable, safe, and prosperous for everyone. I am proud to speak both English and Ilocano, allowing me to connect directly with and truly hear the diverse voices of our district. Together, we can build a stronger, more vibrant community. Thank you for visiting, and I look forward to earning your trust and your vote.

Rooted in Our Community & Culture

  • Bicultural Communicator: Holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and speaks fluent English and 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 Hawaii (UFCH), O‘ahu Filipino Community Council (OFCC), Asian-American Journalist Association, and the Kiwanis Club.
  • Cultural Representation: Featured in Emme Tomimbang’s historic documentary Aloha With Mabuhay – The Hawaii Filipino Experience 1906-2006” (a documentary that commemorate the journey, the struggles, and accomplishments of Hawaii Filipinos) and  ABS-CBN’s Wowowee.

Proven Business Leadership

  • 16+ Years as a Local Business Owner: Understands the economic pressures facing Hawaii’s small businesses.
  • Hawaii 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 Hawaii (FCCH). Also former member of Executive Club of Honolulu and the Maui Young Business Roundtable.

Deep Healthcare & Government Experience

  • The Queen’s Medical Center-West O‘ahu: Served as Manager of Physician Relations and Medical Staff Services (2016–2025).
  • State Health Planning Advisory: Nominated by the Governor and confirmed by Hawaii 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: Managed State Boards and Commissions to ensure government accountability 
  • Office of the Mayor (Maui County): Served as an Economic Development Specialist to help create local jobs.

Award-Winning Leadership

  • 2026 Outstanding Alumni of the Year (Hawaii JCI Senate & Alumni)
  • “Forty Under 40” (Pacific Business News)
  • Brownfield/Armbruster Memorial Award & USJC Ambassadorship (Hawaii Jaycees)
  • Young Leader Award (Kalayaan Philippines Hawaii International)