Malcolm Inamine
Executive Vice President/Chief Administrative Officer
Hawaiiana Group Incorporated
Malcolm Inamine is a Mentor Hawaii Cohort 10 mentor. Learn more about the program here.
About Malcolm
Malcolm Inamine is Executive Vice President/Chief Administrative Officer for Hawaiiana Group Incorporated, parent company for Hawaiiana Management Company. Hawaiiana is the largest local property management company in the state. Malcolm has many dedicated years of Human Resource, Training and community leadership experience. Malcolm graduated from Kaiser High School in East Honolulu, and received his undergraduate in Management/Human Resources along with a Certificate in Ethnic Studies and an Executive MBA from the Shidler College of Business, University of Hawaii at Manoa.
He has been involved with the Society of Human Resource Management – National and the Hawaii Chapter in many different capacities, along with the UH Shidler College of Business MHRM Advisory and Hawaii Compensation Group program committees, and UHA’s Wellness Leaders Roundtable. He serves on the board for the Honolulu Police Community Foundation, Aloha Medical Mission, Friends of Iolani Palace and a dedicated supporter of many other community service projects and endeavors.
Malcolm has also taught at Hawaii Pacific University, in the graduate program for the University of Phoenix and is a former adjunct faculty for Leeward Community College Business Technology Division. He also was an instructor for the Financial Education Alliance of Hawaii. Malcolm has in experience in many different industries including national and local retail, non-profit, automotive, financial (Credit Union), education and property management.
Malcolm is the founder/owner of a Professional Resume and HR Consulting Company called Way to Learn. He has helped coach AYSO Soccer and PAL Volleyball teams, and was an Assistant Coach in I-9 Flag Football, Aiea Little League baseball and KAC basketball for his children. Malcolm stays active by organizing and playing in volleyball leagues throughout the year.
Question and Answer with Malcolm
What is your preferred communication style when mentoring (in-person, video conference, phone, informal check-ins, structured meetings, etc.)?
In-Person Meeting
Why do you want to become a mentor in this program?
To help the next generation develop the skills and knowledge to give back to the community.
What specific skills, knowledge or experience can you share with your mentee?
I believe that my tenure in Human Resources and community service will provide valuable insight to any mentee.
What are your expectations for a mentor-mentee relationship?
I would like to have an engaging relationship that will be beneficial to both participants.
How do you approach problem-solving and conflict resolution?
I usually try to find out all of the facts, analyze the information and try to find an amicable solution.
How do you envision success for your mentee, and how will you measure it during the program?
Success would be to further their progression as a young professional and to be a resource for career and personal choices going forward.
