James Pakele is the founding President of Dynamic Community Solutions, the nonprofit created by and for the people of Puʻuhonua O Waiʻanae (POW). He led efforts to create DCS and establish it as a tax-exempt corporation, launched DCS’s website and social media presence. He currently supports village programs, and works to build relationships with government, funders, and community on behalf of POW. He also manages the development of prototype homes at POW Farm Village. In 2020, he was named an Affordable Hawaiʻi for All Fellow – among a dozen emerging leaders who are champions of creating affordable homes and communities for Hawaiʻi residents.