Who We Are
MoMISC Staff & Board
Lori Buchanan
MoMISC Coordinator
Lori Buchanan has been working with MoMISC as the coordinator for over 20 years. Throughout the years, she has helped identify and control many different invasive species, dedicating her time and knowledge to protecting our island. Her continued commitment plays an important role in helping to mālama Molokaʻi and preserve it for our keiki.
Mapuana Dudoit
MoMISC Outreach
I started in conservation work with The Nature Conservancy through Ho‘ikaika, then with AmeriCorps as part of the field crew. After that, I worked with MoMISC in outreach, helping to spread awareness about invasive species and how they can impact our island. After being away for some time, I’m blessed to come back to this work and be part of keeping our community informed and our ʻāina protected. It’s important that we all do our part to mālama Molokaʻi for our future generations.
James Espaniola
MoMISC Chair
Bio coming soon!
MoMISC Team
Kamalani Pali
Field Leader
Aloha, my name is Kamalani Pali. I was born and raised on Molokai. I have been working for
Molokai/Maui Invasive Species Committee (MOMISC) for 20 years. I am currently the MOMISC
Invasive Species Crew Leader.
Kawehi Soares
Field Associate II
Aloha Kakou,
My name is Kawehi Soares and I’m currently a Field Associate II with the Molokai/Maui Invasive Species Committee (MoMISC) since June 2014. Born and raised on the island of Molokai I’ve been involved with countless monitoring, protection & removal efforts throughout my career. Joining MoMISC has expanded my knowledge on the potential impacts invasive pests will have on our islands but also how to properly manage them correctly. It’s my duty and an honor to continue to serve my Molokai community to the fullest of my abilities.
Tyson Pactol
Field Associate II
Born and raised on the Island of Molokai. 17 years in conservation. Been with Molokai/Maui Invasive Species Committee (MoMISC) since 2014.
