The union

BUSINESS MANAGER, SECRETARY-TREASURER

Doug has been an IUPAT member for 26 years. He has worked as a warehouseman, apprentice, journeyman and foreman.  Doug has also served 12 years in office as an Organizer, Business Representative, and BMST. He is committed to elevating DC50. 

 DIRECTOR OF SERVICING, GLAZIERS BUSINESS REPRESENTATIVE

Dwayne is a second generation glazier and has been a union member for the past 39+  years.  A St. Louis High School graduate, he enjoys mentoring upcoming apprentices and takes pride in sharing the values of being a union member.

 DIRECTOR OF ORGANIZING  

Shane has been a member of the IUPAT since 1994 and is a graduate of The Kamehameha Schools Kapālama campus. He started with DC50 as an instructor in 2020 and became an Organizer in 2022. He now serves as the Director of Organizing and has a great team to work with. He enjoys giving back to the community, mentoring young adults, and spending time with his ʻohana.

 DIRECTOR OF GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS  

Jeff began working with DC50 in 2013 as a lobbyist, consultant and industry liaison. He joined the DC50 staff in January of 2025. Prior to working with DC50, Jeff was a civil litigation attorney in Hawaii.

 PAINTERS BUSINESS REPRESENTATIVE

Robin is a member of Painters Local 1791.   His expertise in the painting industry has allowed him to  oversee projects that included public, industrial and commercial work.  He is currently the Vice President of the District Council.

  DRYWALL TAPERS BUSINESS REPRESENTATIVE

Mario was inducted into the Tapers union in 1990 and has held many positions on the executive board:  Trustee, Recording Secretary, Financial Secretary, and is currently the President of Tapers Local Union 1944.

   FLOOR LAYERS BUSINESS REPRESENTATIVE

Pat is a second generation union Floor Layer and a 27+ year veteran of the trade.  He is the current President of Local Union 1926. 

    ORGANIZER

Keaka has been a drywall Finisher with the Tapers Union local 1944 for over 2 decades. He currently serve as a Multi-craft Business Development Specialist for our members of the District Council 50. His goal is to assist our leaders in building a stronger and more resilient Union through better communication and uplifting our members! He is an open book and values transparency. Currently residing on the island of Maui, but I serving all members of the District Council .

  ORGANIZER 

 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES MANAGER

Vanessa's positive attitude and "can do" spirit is an asset to DC50.   She is willing and able to assist members with any administrative questions.

 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES SUPERVISOR

Juan brings 13 years of paralegal experience to DC50.  In his spare time, he volunteers by providing Spanish to English translation for immigration cases.