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The Probate Court appointed a Trustee Screening Committee to nominate three candidates to be considered by the Court for appointment as a Trustee for the Estate of Bernice Pauahi Bishop. The Screening Committee solicited applications from individuals who possess a deep sense of commitment and the ability to ensure Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop's vision and legacy are perpetuated into the f uture, and who have the experience and education to f ulf ill their duties and responsibilities as set forth in the organization's governance policy, and be able to properly assess the performance of the Chief Executive Off icer in managing the Kamehameha Schools. After reviewing resumes and vision statements of 51 applicants, and conducting personal interviews with semi-f inalists, the Screening Committee has determined that the following three f inalists (listed in alphabetical order) best meet the Probate Court's requirements and desirable qualities and characteristics: ANTON C. KRUCKY OOPALIE CHUN MATAYOSHI CRYSTAL KAUILANI ROSE The Probate Court required candidates to possess expertise in one or more of the following areas: ■ Business administration, to include knowledge, skills and prior successf ul experience in managing a large corporation; ■ Finance and investment, to include management of land and monetary assets of a multimillion dollar corporation; ■ Strategic planning and policy setting, to include responsibility for administering the affairs and/or setting policies for the direction and management of a large corporation or educational institution; or ■ General areas of interest, including education, law, f inanee, or especially relevant background in governance. The desirable qualities and characteristics of a trustee should include: ■ A recognized reputation of integrity and good character ■ The capacity to fulf ill the responsibilities of a f iduciary under trust law ■ Respect for and from the community ■ Consistent and active leadership in the community at large with specif ie emphasis on issues impacting the well-being of the people of Hawaii The optimal candidate would have: ■ A history of success in business, f inanee, or related areas ■Aformaleducation ■ Outstanding personal traits guided by Hawaiian values ■ A willingness and sincerity to uphold the purposes of the Kamehameha Schools Bishop Estate as stated in Pauahi's Will and Codicils. The general public is welcomed to submit written comment and support of the candidates, whieh will be f iled with the Probate Court, if received before 4:00 p.m. on March 10, 2019 at the address below: