Kiana Jepsen has been appointed as Director of Sales, Marketing & Events at Hana-Maui Resort, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel
Hāna-Maui Resort, A Destination by Hyatt, announces the appointment of Kiana Jepsen as director of sales, marketing & events. In her new role, Jepsen will focus on driving business development, strengthening the resort’s market positioning, and expanding group and event opportunities for the iconic East Maui property.
Born and raised in Lāhaina, Jepsen has built her career at Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa, where she began in 2012 before transitioning to the Events team and advancing through positions including event sales manager, meeting connections sales manager, and, most recently, major market sales manager. In 2023, she also served as interim director of marketing, expanding the resort’s social and digital presence, overseeing on-property content, and supporting key resort programming. Her performance earned her the resort’s Manager of the Year Award in 2024. Jepsen received her master’s degree in Global Business from the University of Victoria in Canada.
Jepsen steps into the role during a milestone year for Hāna-Maui Resort, marked by the property’s 80th anniversary and the 100th anniversary of the iconic Road to Hāna. She will help guide the resort into its next chapter as it builds upon several recent additions and enhancements, including the opening of Paniolo Bar, a new open-air gathering place celebrating Maui’s paniolo heritage, new Jacuzzis, and pickleball courts, while continuing to evolve the guest experience and celebrate the distinct character of Hāna.
For more information or to make a reservation, please visit www.hanamauiresort.com.
The term “Hyatt” is used in the release for convenience to refer to Hyatt Hotels Corporation and/or one or more of its affiliates.