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Jamie Choi has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at Hilton Waikiki Beach

Jamie Choi is the new director of sales and marketing at Hilton Waikiki Beach on Kuhio. Choi functions as the leader for the sales and marketing teams of the 601-room hotel overseeing the planning and implementation of strategic programs to drive rooms and catering revenues and achieve property objectives. Choi also manages the overall branding and communications for the hotel continuing to raise awareness and strengthening brand recognition and differentiation. Choi plays a critical role in supporting the hotel and the team's reputation for providing high-level guest service experience. For two consecutive years, Hilton Waikiki Beach ranked number one in highest satisfaction and loyalty tracking scores within Hilton Worldwide Americas for hotels with more than 500 rooms.Choi is a two-time recipient of the "Circle of Excellence" by Hilton Worldwide for excellence in revenue management for Hilton Hawaiian Village and Hilton Waikoloa Village. She comes to Hilton Waikiki Beach on Kuhio with a familiarity of the Hilton Worldwide portfolio having served as director of sales and marketing at Embassy Suites by Hilton Waikiki Beach Walk prior, and DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Alana, and as regional sales manager for the Hilton Hawaii cluster. She brings international experience to the team as a senior catering sales manager at Renaissance Seoul Hotel and corporate business sales manager at Ritz-Carlton Seoul Hotel in South Korea before moving to Hawaii. Choi has a Bachelor of Science in hotel management from the Kyunghee University in Seoul, Korea.

Hilton
Waikiki, Hawaii, United States
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Alyson Wee has been appointed as Revenue Manager at OLS Hawaii

As the new revenue manager, Wee is responsible for developing, enhancing and leading revenue management strategies and best practices for OLS' Hawaii properties. She also focuses on rate building, connectivity and distribution. Prior to joining OLS, she served as a revenue manager for Aqua-Aston Hospitality where she focused on several Hawaii properties, ranging from budget to upscale boutique, and successfully increased and impacted important revenue metrics and key performance indicators. Prior to the hospitality industry, she worked at a family law firm and a real estate law firm. She holds a bachelor's degree in business administration from University of Hawaii at Manoa.

Springboard Hospitality
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States
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Catherine Cambra has been appointed as Director of Public Relations & Communications at Fairmont Orchid

Fairmont Orchid is pleased to welcome Catherine Cambra as the new Director of Public Relations & Communications. Cambra assumed the position on July 23, 2018 and brings several years of communications experience to the 540-room oceanfront luxury resort. In her new role, Cambra will be managing media relations and developing campaigns for digital and traditional media. 

Accor
Waimea, Hawaii, United States
Development Rebranding

Outrigger Hotels and Resorts announces acquisition of Honua Kai Resort & Spa

Outrigger Hotels and Resorts today announced the acquisition of Honua Kai Resort & Spa's on-site resort rental program interests from affiliates of Alterra Mountain Company. The move highlights Outrigger's commitment to increasing and enhancing its global portfolio, which includes 37 owned and/or managed hotels, resorts and vacation condominiums in Hawaii, Fiji, Thailand, Guam, Mauritius and the Maldives.

Outrigger Resorts
Lahaina, Hawaii, United States
Development Renovation

"Nature Meets Neon" at the Transformed Shoreline Hotel Waikiki

Shoreline Hotel Waikiki, a boutique hotel located in the heart of Waikiki, is excited to unveil its major property renovation, with design by BHDM Design. The redesign features a colorful update to the 135-room hotel, including a 26-foot high white "jungle wall" art piece in the lobby, custom furnishings, and an updated rooftop pool deck with commissioned mural artwork, along with new hotel programming for guests and locals.

Filament Hospitality
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States
Development Rebranding

Westin Hapuna Beach Resort Reopens Following Extensive Multi-Million Dollar Renovation

Westin Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott International, in partnership with Mauna Kea Resorts LLC today announced the debut of The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort following an extensive multi-million dollar renovation that will reimagine its guestrooms and suites; introduce four new culinary concepts; and transform the resort's public spaces with an all-new adults-only pool and enhancements to the existing family pool area.

Westin
Waimea, Hawaii, United States
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Roger Bright has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at Montage Kapalua Bay

Montage Kapalua Bay has announced the appointment of Roger Bright as director of sales and marketing. A Hawaii-born, hospitality veteran, Bright will oversee the resort's sales and marketing team with responsibilities including prospecting new domestic and international business, building and maintaining relationships with travel professionals across the industry, and keeping Montage Kapalua Bay top-of-mind in the industry and amongst consumers.

Montage
Lahaina, Hawaii, United States
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Gabe Balenzuela has been appointed as Executive Chef at Sheraton Kauai Resort

Sheraton Kauai Resort, Po'ipū Beach's oceanfront playground, proudly announces the promotion of Gabe Balenzuela from sous chef to executive chef. Balenzuela will oversee all culinary operations for the 20-acre oceanfront resort, including the signature RumFire Poipu Beach restaurant, Lava's on Poipu Beach, the 'Auli'i Lū'au, the Link@Sheraton Café and the resort's banquet and catering offerings.

Marriott
Koloa, Hawaii, United States
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Keith Mallini has been appointed as Orchids and Lewers Lounge Manager at Halekulani

As the new manager, Mr. Mallini is responsible for overseeing all aspects of operations at Lewers Lounge and Orchids, an award-winning restaurant and one of Oahu's top culinary destinations. Mr. Mallini is a former chef and will add a new level to Orchids' Mediterranean concept, casual elegance and sophisticated flavors, as well as the contemporary and classic libations and delectable fare offered at Lewers Lounge. Mr. Mallini has extensive experience managing food and beverage operations, most recently opening Baku, a restaurant at the newly renovated International Marketplace in Waikiki. He has also held positions at Sixteen at Trump International Hotel and Tower in Chicago, as well as Hawaii's Sheraton Kona Resort and Spa.

Halekulani
Oahu, Hawaii, United States
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Crystal DeRosier has been appointed as Marketing Manager at Halekulani

In her new role, Ms. DeRosier is responsible for website development and social media, as well as building and maintaining relationships with all traditional and digital marketing partners. Ms. DeRosier will also work closely with the hotel's public relations team to improve overall brand reach and awareness. Prior to Halekulani, Ms. DeRosier served as Event and Marketing Communications Manager at The Modern Honolulu and worked in Special Events for Walt Disney Studios.

Halekulani
Oahu, Hawaii, United States
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Michael Young has been appointed as Director Of Food And Beverage at Sheraton Kauai Resort

Sheraton Kauai Resort proudly announces the promotion of Michael Young to director of food & beverage at the 20-acre oceanfront resort in the heart of Po'ipū Beach. In his new position, Young's primary focus will be to oversee all food and beverage operations at the resort, including its signature restaurant, RumFire Poipu Beach, Lava's on Poipu Beach, the oceanfront 'Auli'i Lū'au, Link@Sheraton Café and the resort's banquet and catering offerings.

Marriott
Po‘ipū Beach, Hawaii, United States
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Lisa Matsuda has joined Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa as Director of Marketing Communications

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa announces the appointment of Lisa Matsuda as the resort's new Director of Marketing Communications. With more than 20 years of marketing and communications experience, including 15 years in the hospitality industry, Matsuda possesses a strong track record of results-driven marketing initiatives. After years in both corporate and start-up environments, she has extensive knowledge of digital marketing tactics, social media activations, public relations strategies, and traditional advertising. Prior to her appointment at Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa, Matsuda served as Senior Manager of Marketing and eCommerce at Marriott International. A native of California, Matsuda has lived on Oahu for over 18 years. In her free time, Matsuda enjoys reading, traveling, exploring the outdoors, and spending time with her family.

Hyatt
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States
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Ashlea Varca has been appointed as Senior Travel Industry Sales Manager at Four Seasons Resort Lanai

Varca rounds out the team, managing the US central and Southeast regions as Senior Travel Industry Sales Manager. She joined the Four Seasons family following her completion of the Purdue University hospitality program and has held roles with the Chicago Worldwide Sales Office, Four Seasons Hotel Chicago and The Ritz-Carlton Chicago, Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora and Four Seasons Resorts Hawaii (selling all four resorts).

Four Seasons
Lanai City, Hawaii, United States
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Joseph Bell has been appointed as Travel Industry Sales Manager at Four Seasons Resort Lanai

Bell is responsible for the West Coast Territory. He joins us from his most recent position as Leisure Sales Manager for The Resort at Pelican Hill in Newport Beach, CA and held prior positions with resorts in the Montage International portfolio. Bell entered the hospitality world after obtaining a Diploma in Hospitality and Restaurant Management from Le Cordon Bleu Pasadena.

Four Seasons
Lanai City, Hawaii, United States
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Kristy Daley has been appointed as Senior Travel Industry Sales Manager at Four Seasons Resort Lanai

As Senior Travel Industry Sales Manager, Daley will oversee the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic Territory. An eight-year veteran of Four Seasons, Daley will transition from her current role in the New York Worldwide Sales Office to join the Lanai Travel Industry Team. Prior to Four Seasons, she worked at Rosewood as a sales manager for their Caribbean portfolio. A graduate of Bishop's University and a native of Montreal, Quebec, she holds a Bachelor's degree in Sociology.

Four Seasons
Lanai City, Hawaii, United States
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Alvin Wong has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa announces the appointment of Alvin Wong as the new Director of Sales and Marketing for the resort. A seasoned hospitality veteran, Wong possesses an extensive knowledge of the hospitality industry and the unique qualities of the islands of Hawaii, having previously worked at Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, Sheraton Kauai Resort, Renaissance Ilikai Waikiki Hotel and the Hawaii Prince Waikiki Hotel. Prior to his appointment at Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa, Wong served as Director of Sales and Marketing at Wailea Beach Resort, Marriott-Maui since January 2015. 

Hyatt
Waikiki, Hawaii, United States