Marion Paul

Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, University of Illinois 

Bachelor of Science, Geology, University of Illinois

Marion, newly retired, was most recently president of Kauaʻi Planning and Action Alliance (KPAA). KPAA’s flagship program was Keiki to Career Kauaʻi, an island-wide collective impact initiative to create great futures for all of Kauaʻi’s youth. Under Marion’s direction, Keiki to Career launched several important youth projects including the Kauaʻi Resilience Project to combat youth suicide. Before joining KPAA, Marion also served as executive director of San Diego Social Venture Partners, a philanthropic group that invests funds and expertise in innovative non-profits to help them grow and achieve their mission. 

Previously, Marion served as executive director of the Equinox Center, a nonprofit whose mission is to balance protecting the San Diego region’s environment with the need for economic growth. As executive vice president of Junior Achievement, Marion raised several million dollars and built the programs to create a 10,000 square foot mini-city called BizTown, where students learn how to run businesses and manage their money. Marion is active in the community and is currently a member of the Hanalei Bay Rotary.