Joe Gedeon (politician)
Joe Gedeon | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Hawaii House of Representatives from the 18th district | |
| Assumed office May 28, 2025 | |
| Appointed by | Josh Green |
| Preceded by | Gene Ward |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Republican |
| Education | Kapiʻolani Community College ITT Technical Institute |
| Website | Legislature page |
Joe Gedeon is an American marketing executive and politician serving as a member of the Hawaii House of Representatives representing th 18th district since 2025. A Republican, he was appointed to succeed Gene Ward, who resigned due to health issues and died shortly after.[1]
Early life and education
Gedeon was raised in Hawaiʻi Kai, where he earned the rank of Eagle Scout and graduated from Kaiser High School. He then graduated from Kapiʻolani Community College and ITT Technical Institute in San Diego.[1]
Career
He is the co-founder of marketing and advertising companies JPG Hawaii and JPG Media. He was president of the Waikiki Rotary Club from 2016 to 2017, and is on the board of directors of the American Advertising Federation of Hawaiʻi and the Central YMCA. He has also been involved in the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii and the Hawaii Food Industry Association. He is a former communications officer for Saint Louis School and produced and contributed to 808 State Update, a weekly conservative talk radio show.[1]
Hawaii House of Representatives
Gedeon was appointed by governor Josh Green to succeed Gene Ward, who resigned due to health issues then died, on May 28, 2025. He was one of three candidates nominated for the seat by the Hawaii Republican Party and will serve Ward's term through 2026.[1]
References
- ^ a b c d Dayton, Kevin (May 28, 2025). "Republican Named To Represent East Oʻahu After Rep. Gene Ward's Death". Honolulu Civil Beat. Retrieved June 7, 2025.