Wendy Hanamura

Wendy Hanamura has a diverse range of work experience spanning several industries. Wendy began their career as a Reporter-Researcher at Time Inc. in 1983. Wendy then worked as a Coordinating Producer at KPIX-TV San Francisco from 1986 to 1990. Wendy later became a Correspondent for the Tokyo Bureau of Discovery Channel's World Monitor, reporting on various topics in Asia from 1989 to 1993. Wendy then worked as a Reporter for KPIX CBS-5's primetime newscast from 1992 to 1995, gaining valuable experience in news reporting and time management skills. Wendy also worked at KQED-TV, Inc. as a Series Producer from 1998 to 2001 and at Flower Village Productions as the CEO from 1994 to 2009. In these roles, they produced and directed independent documentaries, including "Honor Bound--A Personal Journey." From 2002 to 2012, Wendy served as the VP/Strategy and General Manager at Link TV / Link Media, Inc., where they led various multi-platform initiatives. In 2013, they became the Chief Digital Officer at KCETLink, overseeing transmedia projects and fundraising efforts. Currently, Wendy works as the Director of Partnerships at the Internet Archive, where they have significantly increased donations and donors. Throughout their career, Wendy has demonstrated strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.

Wendy Hanamura attended the University of Tokyo from 1984 to 1986, where they studied Architecture. Wendy later pursued a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree at Harvard University, specializing in Visual & Environmental Studies and East Asian Studies, with a focus on Japan.