Vanessa Goodyear-Kaopua

Vanessa Goodyear-Kaopua is an experienced Human Resources professional with a strong background in administrative support and HR functions. Currently serving as an HR/Payroll Specialist at the Organic Materials Review Institute since October 2019, Vanessa has previously held positions such as Human Resources Administrator at GloryBee and Human Resources Coordinator at Planned Parenthood of Southwestern Oregon. Additionally, Vanessa has experience as an Executive Assistant to the CEO at Planned Parenthood, along with various administrative roles at Ellipse Technologies, Inc., The Pro Design Group, InterTrade Industries, and Halau Ku Mana New Century. An alumna of the University of Hawaii at Manoa, Vanessa holds a Bachelor's degree in Anthropology and has a solid foundation from Kamehameha Schools, where a high school diploma was earned.