• Take a minute and say Aloha to our team: To Kahekili & SunRa!

  • Take a minute and say Aloha to our team: To Valerie & Andrea!

  • Take a minute and say Aloha to our team: To Mr Kua & Daline!

Our Team

Mr. Kristen Kua

Studio Shaka Creative Director

Mr. Kua, the founder of Studio Shaka, embodies enthusiasm and dedication, focusing on delivering numerous educational, creative and leadership opportunities for every child he encounters. Drawing on his business experience, he established Shaka Shack, a student-run enterprise that operates under the umbrella of Studio Shaka's entrepreneurship program. This initiative not only provides students with the chance to engage in real-world business scenarios but also fosters essential skills in learning and leadership. Participants are encouraged to harness their creativity and take charge of the retail process from inception to execution, all within a supportive environment that nurtures self-expression and personal growth.

Daline Arce

Studio Shaka Project Manager

A graduate of Connections, Daline consistently exceeds expectations through dedicating her full energy and heart to everything she does. As the go-to person for ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and more, she not only gets the job done but does so with exceptional precision. Her warmth and Aloha radiate throughout her interactions, making the students feel both valued and secure. With her unwavering dedication, loyalty, and extensive experience, Daline's commitment to Studio Shaka stands out as exemplary.