With over 25 years of residential real estate experience in Honolulu, Sandy “Nina” Thompson is known for her integrity, discretion, and unwavering commitment to her clients. Specializing in East O≠ahu's most distinguished neighborhoods — including Hawai≠i Kai, Portlock, Mariners Ridge, Kalama Valley, and Hahaione — Nina offers a rare blend of seasoned expertise and genuine island warmth.
Before building her successful real estate career, Nina was a true trailblazer. She became the first female sales representative in Silicon Valley for Flying Tigers Airlines, navigating the international airfreight industry at a time when women were seldom represented in leadership roles. She later went on to establish Hawai≠i's only female-owned and operated freight forwarding company, demonstrating the entrepreneurial spirit and determination that continue to define her work today.
Earlier in her professional journey, Nina served as a health educator in Berkeley, California, teaching infant care and parenting classes while studying at the Bradley Institute of Natural Childbirth. Guiding families through meaningful life transitions has always been central to her purpose — a philosophy that naturally extends into her real estate practice.
For Nina, real estate in Hawai≠i is not simply about buying or selling property. It is about lifestyle, stewardship, and legacy. It is about helping clients find a place where they can gather generations, honor the land, and truly feel at home.
Her global travels and diverse clientele have given her a deep appreciation for culture, architecture, and the many ways people define luxury. Affiliated with List Sotheby's International Realty, Nina provides her clients with both international reach and refined local insight.
Clients value her calm presence, strategic negotiation skills, and thoughtful guidance. Many relationships span years — even generations — built on trust and authentic connection.
A proud mother, Nina treasures traveling with her daughter, who works for Hawaiian Airlines, continuing their family's connection to global travel and shared adventure.
To Nina, Hawai≠i is more than a marketplace — it is home, community, and kuleana. She considers it an honor to serve those who seek not just a residence here, but a meaningful island lifestyle.