Daniel Ikaika Ito

Daniel Ikaika Ito is an experienced media and communications professional currently serving as the Media And Communications Manager at the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement since August 2023. With a diverse background, Daniel founded Paiea Projects and has held significant roles in marketing, including Marketing Manager at KONA BREWERY, LLC and Marketing Consultant at OluKai. Notable achievements include leading content marketing initiatives, cultivating partnerships with Native Hawaiian organizations, and facilitating grassroots content campaigns. Daniel's editorial experience includes serving as Editor In Chief for Ama/Hau Tree Collective and Digital Media Director for Hawaii Business Magazine. A graduate of the University of Hawaii at Manoa with a degree in Journalism, Daniel's early education includes a diploma from Kamehameha Schools.