Monthly Archives: April 2010

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Recognizing Our Champions

This week I was very pleased to be able to join other members of our ‘ohana, as we honored the Employees of the Quarter (EOQ) who work in Waikiki. There were so many inspiring stories about individuals performing at the … Read More.

Employees of the Quarter Honored ~ First Quarter 2010

By The Human Resources Service Center Outrigger Enterprises Group was again honored to recognize standout Outrigger  ‘ohana for the first quarter of 2010. Tuesday, April 20, David Carey, Barry Wallace, Dr. Chuck Kelley, and Department Heads were on hand to … Read More.

“The Show Must Go On!”

By Dr. Richard Kelley It’s the tradition in show business that no matter what happens – and many things do happen – the performance must still be put on for the waiting audience. “The show must go on!” Read More.

Outrigger on the Lagoon – Fiji Staff Get Together

By Una Murray The Outrigger on the Lagoon – Fiji (FOR) gathered recently to honor outstanding employees for the month of March. Security Manager Alipate Varea opened the gathering with a prayer, and General Manager Peter Hopgood welcomed and thanked … Read More.

A Familiar Face Returns to Outrigger Down Under

By Grant James On behalf of Human Resources, please join me in welcoming Niel Mason back to Outrigger’s ‘ohana as General Manager of Outrigger Twin Towns Resort. Read More.

Sea Turtle Release Program!

By Khun Paew Chanantho A program designed to help protect Thailand’s endangered sea turtles saw Outrigger Laguna Phuket Resort and Villas join forces with Laguna Resorts Phuket together with Phuket Marine Biological Center and the Royal Thai Navy to host … Read More.

Easter Eggstravaganza!

By Luana Maitland and Marianne Thesken Children young and old enjoyed the Easter festivities held over the Easter weekend at the Outrigger Reef on the Beach and the Outrigger Kiahuna Plantation on Kauai. Friday, April 2, kicked-off the festivities at … Read More.

SPAM® and More at the Waikiki SPAM® JAM!

Thousands attended last year’s Waikiki SPAM®JAM By Barbara Campbell Waikiki’s most unique festival is set for Saturday, April 24, when Kalakaua Avenue will be closed from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. for the 8th annual Waikiki SPAM® JAM! This popular … Read More.

Do the Right Thing – Don’t Raid Special Funds to Balance the Budget

By Dr. Richard Kelley & Dr. Chuck Kelley Times are tight in Hawaii, no doubt about that, and our elected officials are desperately searching for ways to balance the state budget. It’s time they get serious about cutting expenses rather … Read More.

Aloha and Mahalo!

By Trina Tory On April 7, employees at the Wyndham at Waikiki Beach Walk® gathered to bid aloha to Ismile Espaniola Jr., who retired after three years of dedicated service. Dr. Chuck Kelley, Ruthann Yamanaka, and Neil Murakami expressed their … Read More.