MEET OUR TEAM
The Faces of Our Organization
Coming together from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences, Maui Search and Rescue (MSAR) is a non-profit, volunteer organization that provides its services at no cost to the people of Maui. All members of our organization - field (#groundpounder), dogs & dog handlers (#teamk9), and support personnel (#baseace) undergo extensive and ongoing training.
MICHELE FELBERG
President
Michele Felberg joined MSAR in the fall of 2022, and served on the board as Secretary, then Vice President prior to her transition to President in 2025. Michele works as a SCUBA guide but has spent years on the mainland working as a career firefighter/paramedic.
CHRISTOPHER CARRAWAY
Vice President
Christopher joined MSAR in October 2023 and served as Board Member At-Large before transitioning to Vice-President in 2025. Christopher is currently working towards active roles in the K9, ropes, and drone teams. He most enjoys exploring Maui’s scenic hiking trails, snapping photos, shooting videos, and indulging his passion for learning something new! Originally from Dallas, Christopher traveled the mainland before calling Maui home in 2020. From fundraising for the NY Special Olympics to founding a 501c3 "We Are Recovered" and working with Maui Rescue Mission, he’s also been involved in country-wide disaster relief and rebuilding efforts. Christopher enjoys applying his passions in dog training, technology, and outdoor activities to support the community and give back to others.
COLLIN MANOR
Director of Operations
Collin Manor joined MSAR in 2020 and has served on the board as Director of Operations since 2022. Collin has teamed with K9 Naia during search operations and has extensive expertise with traversing vertical terrain using fixed or anchored ropes. He is co-owner of Island Banana Bread and a commercial kitchen.
CHRIS POWELL
Board Member At-Large
Chris joined MSAR in 2024. He was elected as Board Memeber At-Large the next year. Chris is originally from Houston Texas. He spent time in the military and has gotten to travel and fly all over the world. He has been actively involved in many outdoor sports throughout his life including hiking, canyoneering, surfing, and boating. After being stationed on Oahu for several years he returned to Hawaii in 2018.
KRISTA WIEKAMP
Board Member At-Large
Krista joined MSAR in 2024 and was elected as Board Member At-Large in 2026. Originally from Laguna, she lived in Southern Utah for 20 years spending a lot of time outdoors rock climbing, canyoning, and hiking. After a long career in marketing she transitioned into developing non-profits for mental wellness and moved to Maui in 2023 to help survivors of the fires.