Cynthia Kimm has been appointed as Group Sales Manager at OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa

OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa has strengthened its group sales team with the appointment of Cynthia Kimm as Group Sales Manager, supporting the resort's continued growth in the meetings, incentives, conferences and events (MICE) market. Kimm joined the team on July 6, 2026.

Cynthia Kimm

In her role, Kimm will focus on developing new group business, cultivating relationships with meeting planners and corporate clients, and driving sales strategies across key mainland U.S. markets. She joins OUTRIGGER with more than 20 years of hospitality sales experience, most recently serving as Senior Sales Manager at Marriott International's Westin Westminster, where she managed group business across multiple markets. Her extensive background includes strategic account development, client relationship management and driving revenue growth through group sales initiatives.

Sales & Marketing USA & Canada United States Hawaii Kailua-Kona

Outrigger’s new brand vision is a reflection of 67 successful years as a hospitality company that began at iconic Waikiki Beach. Today, Outrigger welcomes guests to 15 full service beachfront resorts in stunning settings in Hawaii, Australia, Fiji, Guam, Thailand, Mauritius, and now the Maldives. More resorts are on the horizon in Hainan Island, China and Vietnam. Incredible beaches are just the beginning of an Outrigger Resorts experience.

For more than 70 years, Outrigger Hospitality Group has charted a journey of discovery – expanding from Hawaii to premier resort destinations in Fiji, Thailand, Guam, Mauritius and the Maldives. The privately held hospitality company currently operates and/or has in development 38 properties with approximately 6,500 rooms – inviting guests to ‘Escape Ordinary’ with authentic Signature Experiences and the Outrigger DISCOVERY loyalty program.