Our Staff

The Waikele Community Association team is dedicated to fostering a beautiful, safe, and thriving community, guided by the spirit of Aloha and a commitment to supporting residents, building connections, and preserving Waikele’s exceptional values for generations to come.

Malcolm Ching, AMS, PCAM

General Manager

Malcolm joined Waikele Community Association in 1997, advancing from Covenants Specialist to General Manager by 2003. He holds AMS and PCAM designations and received the 2008 “Aaron Chaney Property Manager of the Year” award. Malcolm created safety programs including TAAG, Waikele Posse, WAVE, and Community Safety Team Bike Patrol, helping make Waikele Hawaii’s premier planned community.

Duane Samson

Community Safety Director

Duane Samson leads the safety initiatives for Waikele as the Community Safety Director. He oversees safety concerns, coordinates the Neighborhood Security Watch/Citizen Patrol programs, and manages the W.A.V.E. (Waikele Area Volunteer Emergency) group. Duane is dedicated to maintaining the security and well-being of all Waikele residents.


  • Office: (808) 676-1991 ext. 2
  • Wk. Cell: (808) 372-8926
  • Email: duane@wca-ohana.org

Krysten Furukawa, CMCA, AMS

Executive Assistant

Krysten Furukawa serves as the Executive Assistant to the Waikele Community Association. She handles modifications requests and general community concerns, providing essential administrative support to residents and the WCA team. Krysten is a key point of contact for community members seeking assistance with various association matters.


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