Board of Directors

  • Shirley De Rego

    PRESIDENT

    Shirley is the mother of Alex and Duke. She started the foundation in 2011 to honor their lives and empower young people in Hawaii with lifesaving skills.

  • Cindy Stone

    VICE PRESIDENT

    A highly motivated and dedicated individual, Cindy gives 110% in her professional and personal life. She has served on the Foundation Board since its inception.

  • Shanelle Tavares

    TREASURER

    Shanelle M. Tavares enriches the Alex & Duke De Rego Foundation with her vibrant energy and extensive expertise, serving as the Treasurer.

  • Toni Ann Labrador

    SECRETARY

    Toni Ann serves as the esteemed secretary, bringing her extensive experience as a Client Coordinator and Loan Processor to the forefront of the foundation’s operations.

  • Noelani Spencer

    DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY OUTREACH

    A passionate go-getter and Real Estate Agent, Noelani puts her heart and soul into everything she does. She loves networking and connecting with people.

  • Kien Aveiro

    DIRECTOR OF WATER SAFETY

    A true waterman, Kien Aveiro grew up surfing, diving, and fishing on the Big Island’s Kohala Coast, where he served as a lifeguard from 2011-2019.

  • Tina Yohon

    DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION

    Ocean enthusiast and educator since 1991, Tina is passionate about outdoor experiential learning and the positive impact it has on students’ lives.

  • Dane Gambill

    DIRECTOR OF LEGAL AFFAIRS

    Dane is an entrepreneur with a talent for creative thinking and problem solving. He is the founder of Parallution, an innovative paralegal and legal document service business.

  • Janai Antoque-Freitas

    MARKETING SPECIALIST

    Janai brings a genuine warmth and profound dedication to her role as a member of the Alex & Duke De Rego Foundation’s Board of Directors.

  • Bullet Obra

    WATER SAFETY OFFICER

    Bullet Obra is a renowned figure in the surfing world, particularly known for his profound connection with the waters of Hawaii.