Monthly Archives: March 1998

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Yes for YES! International Revue

This week, I was asked to say a few words during an agents’ night at the YES! International Revue, which has just finished its third month at the Polynesian Palace in the Outrigger Reef Towers Hotel. This gave me an … Read More.

Danny Ojiri, New Director of Japanese Sales

I join Human Resources in welcoming Danny Ojiri to the Outrigger Sales Team, effective March 30. Danny has been appointed Director of Japanese Sales and replaces Kevin Matsuoka, who recently transferred to the Outrigger Guam Resort.Danny is no stranger to … Read More.

Yes for YES! International Revue

This week, I was asked to say a few words during an agents’ night at the YES! International Revue, which has just finished its third month at the Polynesian Palace in the Outrigger Reef Towers Hotel. This gave me an … Read More.

Danny Ojiri, New Director of Japanese Sales

I join Human Resources in welcoming Danny Ojiri to the Outrigger Sales Team, effective March 30. Danny has been appointed Director of Japanese Sales and replaces Kevin Matsuoka, who recently transferred to the Outrigger Guam Resort.Danny is no stranger to … Read More.

A Tribute to Estelle L. Kelley

Thank you all for gathering here today to celebrate the life of Estelle Kelley. Your presence is a great tribute to a wonderful lady, great businesswoman, loving wife and caring mother. We are in a special place. Here at St. … Read More.

A Tribute to Estelle L. Kelley

Thank you all for gathering here today to celebrate the life of Estelle Kelley. Your presence is a great tribute to a wonderful lady, great businesswoman, loving wife and caring mother. We are in a special place. Here at St. … Read More.

Sausage or Steak?

It has been said that if you have a weak constitution, you should not watch the making of sausage or legislation. That has never been more true than now, as we watch the Hawaii State Legislature try to codify the … Read More.

Prospecting in Hawaii: Is There Gold Along the Beach?

This week, I traveled to Dallas, Texas, where I spoke to the Hotel Development Council of the Urban Land Institute. Addressing a distinguished group of hoteliers and financial experts, I discussed the prospects for an economic recovery in Hawaii, particularly … Read More.

Outrigger Unvails its Newest Website – “Saturday Briefing Online”

Aloha and Welcome to Saturday Briefing Online. Each week we will feature news and information of special interest to the Outrigger Ohana. I also will share my thoughts and commentary on topics and issues that relate to Outrigger Enterprises, Hawaii’s … Read More.

Visitor Spending Falls Again – Another $90 Million Lost in January

A month ago, I pointed out that Hawaii probably lost more than $300 million in visitor spending in 1997 as compared to 1996. The just-released visitor figures from the Hawaii Visitors & Convention Bureau suggest that 1998 is heading in … Read More.