Kara Hanaoka serves as the executive director of Good Work Austin, bringing over 14 years of experience in the social impact sector.
Widely recognized as a purpose-driven leader, connector, and strategist, Kara has guided organizations to achieve tangible, transformative outcomes. Her expertise lies in designing and securing funding for innovative, award-winning programs that have positively impacted over a million Texans. Earlier in her career, she spent eight years in the food and beverage industry, where she cultivated a passion for advocating for equitable food systems and policy reform.
Her leadership and advocacy efforts have significantly influenced community-driven initiatives across Austin, Texas, where she currently resides and remains actively engaged.
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