COMMUNITY
Micah Kāne selected as next CEO of Parker Ranch, Inc.
Kāne to begin transition as Parker Ranch CEO in April 2025, starting a six-month transition period between Hawaiʻi Community Foundation and Parker Ranch roles
Waimea, Hawai‘i – February 11, 2025 – Parker Ranch, Inc. is pleased to announce the selection of Micah Kāne as its next Chief Executive Officer (CEO) following an extensive search process. Kāne brings a wealth of leadership experience and a deep commitment to the well-being of Hawai‘i’s communities. He will officially assume full-time responsibilities as CEO on September 1, 2025.
Kāne joins Parker Ranch from the Hawai‘i Community Foundation (HCF), where he has served as CEO since 2017. Under his leadership, HCF’s endowment grew from $500 million to over $1.2 billion in assets, enabling the organization to provide unprecedented support for the community. Kāne’s extensive background also includes serving as Chief Operating Officer of Pacific Links International’s Hawai‘i Region, Chairman and Director of the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL), and Trustee for Kamehameha Schools. His leadership and strategic vision will be instrumental in guiding Parker Ranch into its next phase of growth and stewardship.
Parker Ranch, spans approximately 130,000 acres of diverse landscapes on Hawai‘i Island. Established in 1847, it remains a pillar of the local economy and culture, blending traditional ranching practices with modern business operations to ensure long-term sustainability.
“Micah’s deep understanding of Hawai‘i’s communities, combined with his proven leadership in both the public and private sectors, makes him the ideal choice to lead Parker Ranch into the future,” said Mike Fujimoto, board chair of Parker Ranch, Inc. “His ability to navigate complex challenges while staying rooted in Hawaiian values aligns perfectly with our mission.”
Kāne will officially begin transitioning into his new role in April 2025, initially splitting time between Parker Ranch and HCF. He plans to relocate to Waimea and assume full-time responsibilities at Parker Ranch starting September 1, 2025.
He succeeds Mike Fujimoto, board chair, who has been serving as interim CEO since June 2024. Mike Fujimoto will continue his role as board chair moving forward.
“I am honored to join Parker Ranch and to be part of its storied legacy,” said Kāne. “The ranch holds a unique place in Hawai‘i’s history and its future, and I look forward to working alongside the dedicated team and the Waimea community to build upon its strong foundation.”
About Parker Ranch
Parker Ranch is one of the largest and oldest cattle ranches in the United States. Parker Ranch, Inc. is owned by Parker Ranch Foundation Trust whose beneficiaries are four non-profits: Queen’s North Hawai‘i Community Hospital, Hawai‘i Preparatory Academy, Parker School and Hawai‘i Community Foundation. To learn more, please visit www.parkerranch.com or www.prft.org.