Diane J. Plotts
Author: YWCA
April 23, 2009
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Diane J. Plotts
Vice Chair, Board of Trustees
Kamehameha Schools

Diane J. Plotts has been a member of the Board of Trustees for Kamehameha Schools for the past eight years. As a savvy businesswoman, community volunteer and philanthropist, she has the ability to balance business and economic impacts, community and stakeholder concerns and political repercussions to find the most optimal solutions.
Diane makes critical and strategic decisions on behalf of Kamehameha Schools, but her dedication and compassion go far beyond the Boardroom and her position as a Trustee. She makes it a priority to spend time supporting our students whether to attend Christmas concerts, May Day programs, Founder’s Day events the 5th grade play or to stand in as a surrogate parent when necessary for the Back to School Day.
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congratulations!
i can’t think of anyone more deserving….
so pleased you are being recognized for all the wonderful contributions you have made to this community. i’m so
proud of you!
“you da best”
love,
amelia
Comment by amelia andrade — May 7, 2009 @ 10:24 am
Congratulations Diane,
The community is lucky to have you! Aloha, Lisa
Comment by Lisa Hemmeter — May 7, 2009 @ 11:47 am
Congratulations Diane! They could not have bestowed this honor on any one more deserving
Comment by Susu Markham — May 7, 2009 @ 12:33 pm
Hö’omaikai!
Mahalo Diane for all of your contributions to the Kamehameha Schools in particular, and to the Hawaiian people in general!
Comment by Stan Fortuna — May 20, 2009 @ 2:49 pm
Diane,
Your leadership is invaluable to KS and your advice and mentorship to me personally is always appreciated. Congratulations on the recognition.
Aloha and mahalo, Kirk
Comment by Kirk Belsby — May 20, 2009 @ 5:09 pm
Well deserved, Diane!
As I think about your leadership and guidance at Kamehameha Schools, I know we are fortunate to have you in the boardroom. Your knowledge has helped guide us in the construction of two new campuses through probing questions and gentle reminders. Families will be blessed on Maui and East Hawai`i for years to come through your good work.
Mahalo nui loa, Rod
Comment by Rod Chamberlain — May 25, 2009 @ 3:46 pm
Mahalo Diane for your extraordinary leadership and example to the many women who grow in your shadow and under your wings.
Comment by Sylvia Hussey — June 2, 2009 @ 8:16 pm
Ho’omaika’i Diane for being a shining example of servant leadership for young women - and men!
Me ke aloha pumehana…Nadine Lagaso
Comment by Nadine Lagaso — June 9, 2009 @ 10:51 am
Congratulations on a well-deserved honor Diane. Mahalo for all your guidance and support these last couple years. We are lucky to have you with us at KS!
Much aloha,
Ed K. Jr.
Comment by Ed Kalama — June 9, 2009 @ 10:55 am
Aloha Trustee Plotts, and congratulations on receiving this recognition. Cowgirl or not, you’re definitely an inspiration! Mahalo for your leadership, guidance and never-ending support.
Me ka ha’aha’a,
Kalei
Comment by Kalei Stern — June 10, 2009 @ 5:08 pm
Congratulations Diane, I am so honored to be in your company especially as a fellow honoree. You are admired in our community by your wonderful work and contributions. Best wishes to you. Signe Godfrey
Comment by Signe A Godfrey — June 14, 2009 @ 9:07 pm
Aloha, and best wishes, Diane! Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition. Thank you for everything that you do to make Hawaii a better place. It is a privelege to be a fellow honoree with you. Take care and God bless!
Comment by Dr. Erlinda Cachola — June 15, 2009 @ 9:20 pm
Truly a well-deserved recognition of your lifelong contributions in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors! Including your past service on the board of The Nature Conservancy. Your knowledgeable, thoughtful, measured perspectives have always moved your organizations forward responsibly. You are a great career role model for us all.
Comment by Suzanne Case — June 18, 2009 @ 12:57 pm