Every home has a story — but not every realtor knows how to tell it.
Jovanna brings a refined, editorial eye to Hawai‘i real estate, pairing island roots with a deep appreciation for design, architecture, and legacy properties. With a specialty in historic and architecturally significant homes, she approaches each listing with intention — curating, positioning, and negotiating with precision.
Born & raised in Hawai‘i, Jovanna offers not only local expertise but meaningful connections cultivated over a lifetime. She loves bringing you the very best in Island Living — whether you’re a seasoned luxury buyer, preparing to sell a cherished home, or dreaming about the keys to your first.
Known for her calm confidence and genuine warmth, Jovanna listens closely and leads thoughtfully. Her background in philanthropic fundraising, combined with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Skidmore College and her education at Punahou School, informs her polished yet strategic approach. She expertly guides clients through every step of the transaction with clarity and discretion.
After living in Madrid, Grenada, and New York City, she returned home to Hawai‘i to build a life with her husband, Dr. Dylan Fern, and their two daughters. She proudly serves on the board of directors for Adventist Health Castle Medical Center in Kailua and lives by her favorite Mark Twain quote: “The secret to getting ahead is getting started.”
Beyond real estate, you’ll find her immersed in interior design, collecting art, riding horses — a lifelong competitive equestrian and former collegiate polo player who won a National Championship in 2002 — or at the beach with her daughters and their Labrador, Bolt, and Cavalier King Charles, Dash Tanner.
Luxury is personal. Legacy is lasting.
Let’s connect — and tell your home’s story beautifully.
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We're so grateful to Jovanna for the time, energy, and knowledge she shared with us throughout the process of buying our home. Jovanna really listened to us at every step, she was proactive, incredibly responsive and thoughtful; anyone looking for a home would be lucky to work with her. We can't emphasize enough how important Jovanna's connections on the island were for us; in finding our home, and connecting with contractors following the purchase of our historic home. Jovanna's love of Hawai'i and connection to the islands are clear, and made such a difference to us.
Jovanna';s work ethic, local expertise, and diplomatic communication skills make her the perfect agent. She handled the complex negotiations with aplomb and served as our advocate expertly. We would never have secured our dream home without her perseverance, singular focus and dedication