Board Members | The Ukulele Guild Of

Our Team.

Meet the dedicated board members of the Ukulele Guild of Hawai‘i, who guide and support our mission to celebrate and promote the art of ukulele craftsmanship.

Michael Chock

Mike Chock with his ‘Ukulele, Founder of the ‘Ukulele Guild of Hawaii, Owner of Hana Lima ‘Ia an ‘Ukulele Making School, Co Author of an ‘Ukulele Construction Manual and maker of CAD Plans of all ‘Ukulele sizes. Come join us and share the Passion and excitement of building ‘Ukulele!

Manny Halican

Manny has been interested in the 'ukulele since he was 6 years old, and dedicated his craft to building after retirement. Manny has now been building 'ukulele for over 20 years.

Emile Bader

Emil is a longtime custom Ukulele Builder and repair man. One of the original gang of eighteen that first made up the Guild back in the Jurassic year 2000, and an active Builder/Player of ‘Ukulele.

Ben Asato

Ben is a new builder to the Guild fold always at the ready with new ideas. An avid and active Kanikapila participant and all-around go-to guy!