The Board is comprised of seven (7) elected members and all of the Working Team leaders. Each Board member has one vote on issues borate before the Board. Board members are elected by the membership according to the By-Laws and represent the broad membership of HIC, which includes public and private agencies and individuals. The Board makes policy and provides direction for the Working Teams. The Board actively supervises the fiscal policies and activities in support of HIC purposes, objectives and Mission.
BOARD MEMBERS
Judy Strait-Jones (2009), President
Her mantra, "No missed opportunities in immunization!" Every partnership explored - every opportunity taken - support immunization through hard work and creativity.
Phone: 808-586-4402
Email: jsj@hawaii.rr.com Heather Lusk (2009), Vice President
As the Hepatitis C Coordinator for the Hawaii State Department of Health, Heather feels that no one need suffer from a vaccine-preventable disease. Through her work at DOH and HIC, Heather's vision is to work toward a public that is disease-free.
Phone: (808) 733-9281
Email: Heather.Lusk@doh.hawaii.gov Georgine Panui, RN (2009), Treasurer
works as a Public Health Nurse for Oahu Head Start
Program on Oahu. Her special focus in immunization is
ensuring that children ages three to five years old
and entering preschool are up-to-date with their immunizations.
Phone: (808) 621-5099
Email: georginepanui@yahoo.com Christine O'Connell, RN (2009)
Chris is a Clinical Data Analyst at the Hawaii Medical Center. Her work currently involves care given to surgical patients, where vaccinations remain a priority - both as a personal interest and, of course, a work-related focus. Statewide, her goal remains to reach 2010 vaccination objectives.
Email: chrissy591A@hawaii.rr.com Mark Marabella (2011)
Mark Marabella is the coordinator of the Flu & Pneumonia Task Force in Hawaii. As a member of the State QIO, Mountain Pacific Foundation, he is the Physician Office Program manager. Mark brings his extensive experience and knowledge to the HIC Board
Phone: 808-265-4837
Email: MMarabella@hiqio.sdps.org
MEMBERS AT-LARGE
Dee Helber
Past HIC President Dee and a new retiree from the Hawaii State Department of Health in 2008; Dee continues her relationship with the HIC. Her extensive experience in the field of immunization and education is invaluable for the coalition.
Phone: (808) 735-6222
Email: dhelber@hawaii.rr.com Kathryn Sthay
Kathy is one of the original members of the Hawaii Immunization Coalition and works as the Executive Director of the Hawaii Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics. New members can complete a membership form online and Kathy will contact you with information on how to get involved with HIC!
Phone: (808) 377-5738
Email: aaphawaii@hawaiiantel.net Patrice Cheng
Pat is the chair of the Adult/Adolescent Working Team.
Pat works as a Vaccine Account Manager at GlaxoSmithKline.
You may contact Pat directly at
Phone: (808) 735-3164
Email: Patrice.A.Cheng@gsk.com