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Jennifer M. L. Wilkinson

Jennifer M. L. Wilkinson is the president and executive director of HIMAST, a statewide advocacy organization representing Hawaiʻi's mid- and short-term rental community. A professional property manager and experienced policy leader, she holds a J.D. and an M.B.A. in sustainable business with a concentration in renewable energy. With a background in real estate finance and a long-standing commitment to community-based economic development, Wilkinson champions balanced regulations that protect property rights, empower local small businesses, and support responsible tourism across Hawaiʻi.
Responsible Resiliency Planning Must Not Burden Hawaiʻi Small Businesses Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022

Responsible Resiliency Planning Must Not Burden Hawaiʻi Small Businesses

Senate Bill 1396 ties future resiliency and tourism investments to increased hotel tax revenue.