jay heater, arm®
ceo & president
kamaka management company
kapolei, hawaii
jay heater is an exceptional leader in residential property management, specializing in homeowners' associations. with an unwavering dedication to his field, jay embodies integrity and finds great fulfillment in assisting others. as a certified irem® arm® professional, he actively participates in organizations like cai (community associations institute), internachi (international association of certified home inspectors), and oha's native hawaiian registry. jay's knowledge and expertise have propelled kamaka management company to become a leading industry force in hawaii. jay accomplished remarkable growth in revenue, trustworthiness, industry credibility, and property portfolio within a remarkably short timeframe. his career began at ko olina resort community association, where he gained invaluable experience in asset and association management. demonstrating his commitment to community service, jay has held various leadership positions, including president of the board of directors at makakilo hale one, lead volunteer at the starbucks foundation hawaii, and vice president of the lgbtqia+club at the university of hawaii. beyond his professional achievements, jay is fluent in hawaiian and english, allowing him to connect with a diverse range of individuals. during his leisure time, jay nurtures his interests in traveling, gardening, home improvement projects, shopping, and cherishing quality moments with his husband and their three dogs