Keoki Wallace, JD, PhD

Keoki Wallace

Introducing Keoki Wallace

Keoki Wallace is an accomplished C-suite visionary driving transformative growth. With a proven track record of 50+ interim and transitional leadership roles across boards of directors and executive positions, Keoki boasts a rich tapestry of experience steering both small departments and expansive enterprises with 500+ personnel.

His leadership prowess is underscored by his charismatic dynamism, fostering cross-functional and cross-departmental synergy that translates into resounding endorsements for his initiatives. Notably, Keoki’s impact transcends his technical acumen; his remarkable ability to cultivate meaningful relationships spans diverse stakeholders, encompassing community groups, trade organizations, business partners, government bodies, and intergovernmental entities.

Bridging his exceptional interpersonal finesse with hands-on dedication, Keoki is a proven results-oriented leader. This is evident through his impressive record of effecting transformational shifts and strategic expansion, yielding revenue spikes exceeding half a billion dollars—solidifying his reputation as a positive force in every endeavor.

Keoki’s academic journey is marked by outstanding achievements: a Bachelor of Arts in Finance from the University of Utah, a Juris Doctor from Taft Law School, Master of Laws coursework in Taxation from the Washington Institute, and a Doctor of Philosophy with Distinction in Business Administration, specializing in Finance and emphasizing in Accounting from Capella University—graduating with a perfect 4.0 GPA and a coveted spot on the President’s List. His exceptional leadership is recognized through affiliations such as the Presidential Membership in the National Society of Leadership and Success (Sigma Alpha Pi) and membership in the Xi Delta Chapter of the Delta Mu Delta International Honor Society in Business.

Keoki’s community involvement speaks volumes—serving on esteemed committees and boards. Notably, his role as Chairman of the Board of Directors of Mountain America Credit Union is pivotal, overseeing a merger that birthed the 15th largest credit union in the US—encompassing assets totaling $5.7 billion. Keoki has also served on the Oahu Visitors Bureau Public Relations Committee, the Business Development Committee for the State of Utah, the Committee on International Business Law in its Subcommittee on International Banking and Finance of the American Bar Association, the Board of Directors of Ko’olauloa Educational Alliance Corporation (non-profit), and the Board of Directors of North Oahu Hometown Opportunities Inc (non-profit).

Keoki Wallace is not merely a leader; he’s a transformative force propelling businesses and communities toward unparalleled growth and collaboration.