The University of Hawaiʻi Foundation has appointed Stanford S. Carr, Ted N. Pettit and Michael “Mike” Sklarz to its Board of Trustees, adding expertise in housing development, law and finance, and economic research.
The University of Hawai‘i Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) contracted by the University of Hawai‘i Board of Regents to be the sole provider of alumni services and fundraising for the UH System. The funds it raises are critical for supporting the educational mission of UH, one of the largest drivers of Hawai‘i’s economy. This private support funds scholarships to build Hawai‘i’s future workforce, helps attract top faculty talent, and fuels world-class research.
“We are incredibly fortunate to welcome back Stanford and Ted and to have Michael join our Board of Trustees,” said Tim Dolan, UH vice president for advancement and UH Foundation CEO. “These distinguished leaders bring the perspective and commitment to community that will help strengthen philanthropic support for UH.”
The new trustees bring extensive professional accomplishments and community leadership experience:
Stanford S. Carr
Carr is president and founder of Stanford Carr Development, one of Hawaiʻi’s leading real estate development firms. Widely recognized for his work in housing and mixed-use communities throughout the state, he has played a significant role in projects that address Hawaiʻi’s housing needs while supporting economic growth and community development.
Ted N. Pettit
Pettit is the founder and managing attorney of Pettit Law Hawaii LLLC. He brings considerable experience in corporate law, commercial transactions, finance and organizational governance.
Michael Sklarz
Sklarz is a longtime leader in real estate analytics and the manager of Hanapepe Investments, his personal investment firm that was established in 2020. His career includes serving as chairman and CEO of Collateral Analytics, as well as managing director at Black Knight Financial Services and Intercontinental Exchange Inc.
FOR UH • FOR HAWAIʻI, The Campaign for the University of Hawaiʻi, is focused on raising $1 billion to support UH priorities on all 10 campuses across the state, including student success; research that matters; kuleana to Native Hawaiians and Hawaiʻi; sustainability, resilience and conservation; innovation and entrepreneurship; building Hawaiʻi’s workforce; and engaging our community. Learn more at uhfoundation.org/4UH4HI
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The University of Hawai‘i Foundation, a nonprofit organization, raises private funds to support the University of Hawai‘i System. The mission of the University of Hawai‘i Foundation is to unite donors’ passions with the University of Hawai‘i’s aspirations by raising philanthropic support and managing private investments to benefit UH, the people of Hawai‘i and our future generations. uhfoundation.org
