Kauanoe Batangan
Executive Director
kauanoe@mauimpo.org
(808) 270-8216
As Executive Director of Maui MPO, Kauanoe conducts transportation planning and coordinates federal highway and transit investments on the island of Maui. With this kuleana, Kauanoe strives to connect the people of Maui and create communities that are socially, economically, and environmentally just. He is currently supporting recovery efforts following the August 2023 Maui wildfires and planning for more resilient infrastructure to improve our economy, mitigate climate change impacts, and reduce security vulnerabilities.
Wendy Nathan
Financial Specialist
wendy.nathan@co.maui.hi.us
(808) 270-7519
Wendy joined the Maui MPO in August 2023 as its Financial Specialist. Wendy comes to the Maui MPO from the Accounting Division at the Department of Water Supply, and a Budget Specialist in the Budget Office under the Office of the Mayor. Previously, Wendy was an Administration Analyst with Maui Electric Company, Ltd. Wendy brings with her years of experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, as well as general accounting principles and tax. Wendy holds a Bachelor’s of Business Administration degree in Accounting from the University of Hawaii at Manoa.
Tiffany Iida
Secretary
tiffany.iida@co.maui.hi.us
(808) 270-7519
Tiffany joined Maui MPO in June, 2025. She has previously worked for County of Maui, providing secretarial and administrative support in various departments such as the Office of Managing Director, Office of Economic Development and served as a fiscal specialist for the Maui County Workforce Development Board. Tiffany also provides leadership and active participation in various cultural nonprofit organizations.