By Pila Hanson

Recently, Outrigger was fortunate to team up with the Travel Industry Management Student Organization (TIMSO) at Hawai‘i Pacific University (HPU) to host a Career Day for Travel Industry Management and Business students attending the University. Over 80 students gathered at the OHANA Waikiki East Poolside Terrace to hear from Outrigger executives and managers about Outrigger, and to learn first hand what it takes to be successful in our industry. Our executives and managers also shared their personal stories and histories and encouraged the students to follow their passions and be willing to take risks in their careers. They also took this opportunity to share the reasons why they believe Outrigger is the employer of choice and a great place to work.

Many thanks to our executives and managers who took time out of their busy schedules to speak to our guests: David Carey, Mel Kaneshige, Dr. Chuck Kelley, Barry Wallace, Ruthann Yamanaka, Donna Leong, Blane Yokota, and Kaipo Ho. Also, a big mahalo to all the managers who joined us to network with the students during and after the session! Most of all, mahalo to thank Honza Hroch, Outrigger employee and President of HPU TIMSO, for bringing this idea to life!