Monthly Archives: May 2010

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Watch Out, Kermit! Outrigger’s Going Green!

By Dr. Chuck Kelley Dr. Kelley is traveling. His column will return mid-June. Every so often, someone asks, “Is Outrigger Enterprises involved in any green programs?” The answer is a resounding YES! Our employees have been actively leading the way … Read More.

Beauty Queens Grace Waikiki Beach Walk® Plaza Stage

By Kathy Hansberry The beauty of Waikīkī is apparent everyday, but on Tuesday, June 1, 2010, Waikiki Beach Walk® will be even more alluring, as three Miss Hawai‘i contestants are scheduled to make a special appearance and wow the audience … Read More.

Bula Fiji Tourism Exchange

By Una Murray The Outrigger on the Lagoon – Fiji (FOR) hosted a booth (shown left) at the Bula Fiji Tourism Exchange held recently in Port Denarau, Nadi. This annual event allows buyers and sellers of the tourism industry to … Read More.

Outrigger Reef “Stands Up” in Support of Hawaii’s First Stand-up Paddle Festival

By Nancy Daniels Stand up paddling (SUP) is one of the fastest growing water activities around, with novice swimmers to hard core athletes taking up the sport at lightening speed. Want to find out what’s so special about stand up … Read More.

Annyonghi Kaseyo [Good-bye] and Aloha, Min Hong Kang

By Kathy Oyadomari On May 26, employees of the OHANA Waikiki West gathered to bid aloha to Min Hong Kang, who retired after 29 years of dedicated service. Barry Wallace, Dr. Chuck Kelley, Ruthann Yamanaka, and Karen Villarmia expressed their … Read More.

You Stepped Up! Visitor Industry Charity Walk 2010

By Barry Wallace (Dr. Richard Kelley is traveling. His column will return in June) This past Saturday, thousands of walkers stepped up to raise over $900,000 to benefit Hawaii’s local charities in the 32nd Annual Visitor Industry Charity Walk. In … Read More.

Susan Koehler Joins the Outrigger ‘Ohana

By Barry Wallace I am pleased to join Human Resources in welcoming Susan Kaui Koehler to the Outrigger ‘ohana as the new Director of Sales and Marketing for the Embassy Suites®-Waikiki Beach Walk® (ESH). Susan will spearhead all sales and … Read More.

On the Move: Robert McConnell takes the lead at Outrigger Waikiki

By Bruce Schneider I am pleased to join Human Resources in congratulating Robert McConnell on his new assignment as General Manager of the Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach, starting July 1. Robert is a long-time member of the Outrigger ‘ohana … Read More.

The 5th Annual Hawaii Book & Music Festival

By Nancy Daniels The 5th Annual Hawaii Book & Music Festival, held last weekend, was a huge success for Outrigger Enterprises Group and the entire community. This annual two-day festival drew thousands of people to Honolulu Hale Civic Grounds and … Read More.

Great Hotel Benefits for Outrigger Employees

By Dr. Richard Kelley and Dr. Chuck Kelley Among the outstanding benefits that Outrigger provides its employees, there’s one that we sometimes forget about or can’t always find the time to enjoy. I’m talking about the great discount hotel rates … Read More.