Category Archives: Company Events
WHY the C.A.R.E. Training?
By Kaipo Ho
The United States is this year’s host of the annual Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation conference held during the week of November 7-13, 2011. President Obama further selected his home state of Hawai‘i as the site of the conference and personally invited the APEC delegates to come to his home. Hosting the APEC conference is indeed an honor for Hawai‘i, and as Outrigger is a major contributor to the event, it is also a great honor for us to host our international delegates and their supporters. Read the rest of this entry
Outrigger Shines at the Made In Hawaii Festival
By Milton Lafitaga
Tom Wakita, Sheryl Yee, Ellie Agustin and Kathy Hansberry ably man our Outrigger booth
The 16th Annual Made in Hawaii Festival was held last weekend at the Blaisdell Exhibition Hall and Arena, where over 35,000 kama‘āina and visitors shopped to their hearts’ delight at over 400 booths filled with an assortment of island treats and crafts – all Made in Hawaii. When shoppers needed a break to recharge before a second go-around, they were able to enjoy live music and entertainment performed by island favorites like Jerry Santos, Maunalua, Makana, Eddie Kamae and Danny Couch, as well as some new groups during Saturday’s Kani Ka Pila Talent Search. Read the rest of this entry
Dr. Chuck Kelley Assumes Board Chairmanship; I’ll Be an Active Chairman Emeritus
By Dr. Richard Kelley
Dr. Chuck Kelley, Chairman of the Board, Outrigger Enterprises Inc.
Yesterday, in an ‘OhanaGram, I announced to the Outrigger ‘ohana that the directors of our company had recently accepted my request to step aside as Chairman of the Board and assume the position of Chairman Emeritus. The directors then elected Dr. Chuck Kelley the new Chairman of the Board, Outrigger Enterprises Inc. Read the rest of this entry
New Panache Restaurant Opens at the Outrigger Laguna Phuket Resort and Villas!
By Khun Paew
The Outrigger Laguna Phuket is proud to announce the opening of its new interactive dining experience called ‘Panache.’ The new restaurant, which opened its doors this week, presents innovative Asian and European flavors in a relaxed poolside or air-conditioned setting away from the crowds. Read the rest of this entry
Outrigger Guam Resort Helps Raise Funds
By Charlene Goo
On Friday, July 22, 2011, Outrigger Guam Resort presented a $3,210 check to Japan Club of Guam President, Mr. Yoneyama and Japan School of Guam Principal, Mr. Nakamura, in sponsorship of the Violin Benefit Concerts held at the Outrigger Guam Resort.
Japan Club of Guam and the Outrigger Guam Resort hosted benefit concerts on June 17 and 18, 2011 featuring world-renown Japanese Violinist, Antonio Takuya Takahashi. Mr. Takahashi was accompanied by Guam Territorial Band, Michael Provido Tan (Piano), Michelle Hamilton (Violin), and Ukulena (Ukulele Trio) during the 2-day concerts. Concerts were held to raise much needed funds for the Japan School of Guam’s Gymnasium project.
From left: Mr. Yasuhide Torigoe, Japan Club of Guam; Mr. Toyohito Yoneyama, President, Japan Club of Guam; Mr. Hiroshi Nakamura, Principal, Japan School of Guam; Ms. Charlene Goo, VP-Operations, Pacific Region, Outrigger Hotels & Resorts; Lisa Lenckowski, Marketing Manager, Outrigger Guam Resort; and Mr. Michiru Sato, Director of Sales, Outrigger Guam Resort.
Outrigger on the Lagoon-Fiji Hosts Australian Travel Agents
By Una Murray
Last week the Outrigger on the Lagoon-Fiji was honored to host sixteen Melbourne and Brisbane Matai Travel Agents who specialize in promoting Fiji globally. These agents were in Fiji to tour our famous holiday destination resorts and hotels. Jennifer Yip and Juliet Hudson hosted the group for lunch last Thursday at the Outrigger on the Lagoon-Fiji Resort before they were taken to the Shangri La Fijian Resort & Spa and the Australian Tradeshow. The show, sponsored by Tourism Fiji, hosted sixty-one Australian trade partners and is designed to impart the major key selling points when selling our island destination.
Many of the sixteen agents that we hosted were here in Fiji for the first time and were very impressed after doing their site here. Their clients have asked if they update themselves on all the products and amenities that the Resort offers.
Outrigger on the Lagoon-Fiji hosted sixteen Melbourne and Brisbane Matai Travel Agents who specialize in promoting Fiji
Outrigger Koh Samui Resort & Spa Starts Tours to the Big Buddha
By Leon Pink
Every Tuesday and Thursday the Outrigger Koh Samui Resort’s Activities Team introduces guests to a true cultural experience on a tour of Plai Liam Temple and Big Buddha. These two famous Koh Samui landmarks are located just a few minutes’ walk from the resort. Read the rest of this entry
Outrigger on the Lagoon-Fiji Family Fun Day
By Una Murray
The Outrigger on the Lagoon-Fiji (FOR) has set a benchmark as one of the best holiday destinations in Fiji as well as the South Pacific. General Manager Peter Hopgood says one of the contributing factors to the resort’s success is the dedication and the perseverance of the workers.
Acknowledging the efforts of the FOR vuvale (family), the resort management hosted family members over the weekend for a Family Fun Day. Mr. Hopgood said the resort has been running at 96 percent capacity since the beginning of May and hailed his staff for their hard work during this busy time. “When these things happen, it shows that your staff is working exceptionally hard. We have taken this opportunity to thank them and their families,” he said. The idea to host the workers and their families was the first of its kind to be introduced at the resort. We are having a very good year so far, so it’s important we acknowledge our workers and their families for their support and hard work. Mr. Hopgood added that the resort is all about delivering the Bula spirit and, with the commitment of its staff, the resort has what it takes to fulfill the desires of its guests.
GM Peter Hopgood with the Outrigger on the Lagoon-Fiji Nadroga Stallion Rugby Union Football Club at the Outrigger on the Lagoon-Fiji Family Fun Day
Outrigger Laguna Phuket Resort and Villas’ Host of the Month
By Darren Shaw
The Outrigger Laguna Phuket Resort and Villas is proud to honor our July Host of the Month honoree, Khun Ton. Khun Ton had resigned earlier in the year and departed for “greener pastures” however, fortunately for Outrigger, he returned in time for the heavy work of the Suites openings! One of our “behind the scenes” stars, Khun Ton displays many outstanding traits, however helpfulness is the most talked about and he is continuously complimented for his guest focus during their stay in our villas. Being service-minded is not only for the guests but also for his co-workers. For this Khun Ton really deserves this award! Congratulations again Khun Ton!
Executive Housekeeper Khun Nok, Honoree Khun Ton, and General Manager Darren Shaw
Summer Interns – An Important Tradition
By Ruthann Yamanaka
Dr. Richard Kelley is traveling. His column will return next week.
At Outrigger, ‘ohana, or family, is one of our cornerstone values. It not only defines our company ownership, but also how we treat each other every day at work. We have a proud history as one of the few, and by far the largest, private, family-owned and -operated hospitality companies in Hawai‘i. To this day, several Kelley family members work in the company and serve on the board of directors. The family has said it intends to continue this legacy well into the future, and through our Summer Intern Program, it encourages the younger generation to begin learning, hands-on, how the company works. Each summer, interns rotate through a variety of hotel departments and experiences. It is a wonderful program, and we are proud when the next generation of leaders steps forward to take advantage of this unique opportunity.
