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May 27, 2006
All Hawaii Walked!
By Kathy Foley
The early-morning weather was perfect for the
5,100 walkers and the hundreds of volunteers who
sacrificed a little shut-eye this past Saturday on Oahu
to walk for Hawaii’s charities. Over 10,000 walkers
statewide raised $1,046,300 for the Hawaii Hotel &
Lodging Association’s 28th Annual Visitor Industry
Charity Walk.
Mahalo to those participating Outrigger and
OHANA employees on Oahu, Kauai, Maui, and the
Big Island, their individual family members, and our
many friends and business associates who walked in
this year’s event.
In Honolulu, walkers collected $410,000 for
Hawaii’s charities. Our usual checkpoint at the
Kapahulu-Waikiki Library was, as in past years, a
success! The mister that sprays water on walkers was popular, as we were the
half-way point of the walk, and everyone was pretty well warmed up. The
Ruthann Yamanaka
Joins Outrigger
By David Carey
(Dr. Richard Kelley is traveling.
His column will return on June 3.)
After an extensive national and local
search process, I am pleased to announce that
Ruthann Yamanaka has joined Outrigger
Enterprises as Senior Vice President of
Human Resources and Planning.
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Ruthann Yamanka
Ruthann’s first day as part of the
Outrigger ‘ohana was this past Monday, and
she is already hard at work, with her primary
focus on spearheading the company’s ongoing
efforts in employee training and education, as
well as enhancing employee satisfaction.
Ruthann comes to us with a strong
record of success in some of Hawaii’s
best known companies. Prior to joining
Outrigger, Ruthann was Vice President of
Human Resources at Alexander & Baldwin,
Inc. Previously, she served as Senior Vice
Myra Kuboyama, Chuck Kelley’s son Robbie, Carol Kahili, and Dr. Chuck Kelley
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Political
Fundraisers
By Lehua Kala‘i
If you are interested in obtaining
information regarding Hawaii
politics, please call the OHH PAC
Hotline at 921-6660 and leave a
message on the recorder.
Wednesday, May 31
Councilmember Donovan Dela Cruz
District 2 – Mililani Mauka, Wahiawa,
Whitmore Village, Mokuleia, Waialua,
Haleiwa, Waimea, Pupukea, Sunset
Beach, Kahuku, Laie, Hauula,
Punaluu, Kahana, Kaaawa, Kualoa,
Waiahole, Kahaluu, Ahuimanu,
and a portion of Heeia
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Dot’s Restaurant Wahiawa
130 Mango Street
Thursday, June 1
Councilmember Gary Okino
District 8 – Fort Shafter, Moanalua,
Halawa, Aiea, Pearl City, Pearl
Peninsula, Seaview, Crestview,
and Waipio Gentry
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Disabled American
Veterans (DAV) Hall
2685 North Nimitz Highway
Saturday Briefing is published by and for
employees of Outrigger Hotels Hawaii.
Editor-In-Chief: Richard Kelley
Senior Editor: Marie Casciato
Assistant Editor: Lehua Kala`i
Contributing Writers: Employees of Outrigger/OHANA
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Submit suggestions, comments, and
news tidbits to Marie Casciato at
[email protected]
or via interoffice mail to
OEH/Executive Office,
or contact her at (808) 921-6601.
© 2006 Outrigger Hotels Hawaii
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An Equal Opportunity Employer
June 13: Ueta H. Vailuu, Charles S. Okazaki,
Julius H. Nordemier III, Diana A. Perkins, Jill
Carruthers, Loan N. Montgomery-Freitas, and
Marivic C. Gushikuma.
June 14: Jennifer A. Driggers and Birgit A. Braswell.
June 15: Meiying Huang and Sonia Damaso.
June 16: Fely L. Aceret, Shun-Rye Lee, David
Torres Jr., Eddie A. Pancipanci, Dwayne V. Boyce,
Camille Kanemori, and Rocky S. Acasio.
June 17: Cresencia C. Ildefonso, Arnold B. Agustin,
Kahiwa M. Kiesel, Marilyn Q. Gacula, Lilia V.
Domingsil, Hak Soon Song, Andres C. Corpuz,
Editha R. Udarbe, and Albert W. Adams Jr.
June 18: Dean K. K. Takahashi, Norine J. T. Diorec, Noemi Y. Gungab, Gloria A.
Estabaya, Gwendolyn E. Boyce, and Madeline M. Suan.
June 19: Patricia L. Foley, Bennett M. K. Leung, Yue Yan C. Lau, Yuan Mei-Lei
Cheng, John D. K. Ipac, and Rebecque A. Rezentes.
Employment Opportunities
If you are interested in the positions listed below and meet the qualifications,
please submit an in-house application obtained from your Supervisor or Human
Resources. If you have any questions, please call Eric Ishikawa at (808) 921-6989.
Administrative Assistant (Full Time)
Must have three to five years experience supporting a senior level executive and have
the ability to support the team with a consistent demonstration of the Ke ‘Ano Wa‘a
values. Supports the efficient operations of the office in a professional, confidential,
and customer service orientation manner. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal
communication skills required. Proficiency in various computer applications
essential. (Application deadline 6/2/06)
Regional Director of Sales (Full Time)
Seeking an experienced full-time salesperson to develop and execute sales activities
within a 16 state East Coast territory. A minimum of three years experience as
Regional Director of Sales or Business Development Manager, other hotel and/or
condo travel industry sales position, or an equivalent combination of education
and related work experience required. Essential skills include excellent verbal
and written communication, and knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and
Powerpoint. Must be willing to travel overnight and out of territory as required.
(Application deadline 6/2/06)
Assistant Projects Coordinator (Full Time)
Responsible for assisting the Project Managers in coordinating all aspects of hotel
renovation programs. Must have excellent communication skills, the ability to handle
difficult situations, and experience using Microsoft Word and Excel. Must be detailedoriented and have logical problem-solving abilities. (Application deadline 6/2/06)
Mauna Loa Village
Housekeeper (Part Time/Full Time)
Must have experience cleaning and servicing guest rooms and/or public areas
and possess strong service-oriented attitude. Must be able to work the day shift,
as well as weekends. Interested applicants should fax their in-house application
to (808) 322-5165. (Application deadline 6/2/06)
All Hawaii Walked!
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music from Waimanalo Sunset lifted the
spirits of both walkers and volunteers.
Refreshments at the checkpoint included
our ever-popular mochi crunch, and
again, McDonald’s Hawaii joined us
with volunteers and their refreshing
Apple Dippers.
Mahalo to our set-up and breakdown
crew: Tante Pascual, Gilbert Cui, Kok
Leung Shiu, Hui Lun Weng, Salvador
Antonio, and Elvis Bannister; to our
photographer, Marie Casciato; to
Maryknoll High School Anime Club who
volunteered to collect all the trash between
our checkpoint station and the next; to our
traffic control: Alan Naito, David Reed,
Jocelyn Valenzuela, and Joel Ono; to our
volunteers: Audrey Lee, Bob Yeoman,
Hui Lun Weng, Tante Pascual, Lester Shim, Salvador Antonio, Elvis Bannister, and Gilbert Cui
Dan Daniels, Dean Nakasone, Debbie
Hendrawidjaja, Elvie Amor, Eric Ramos,
Daniels, Nora Weatherwax, Nurhan Enustun, Peggy Chasteen,
Edlynne Makue, Jane Inouye, Kelvin Sato, Leda and Chase
and Ray Kanemori, who made this all happen!
Tupinio, Kilakila Kalai, Leonarda Dait, Loretta Mundoza,
Mary Ann Andrade, Myra Kuboyama, Nancy Souza, Nolan
The Big Island’s walk took a different route after 27 years
Crabbe, Ofelia Valdez, Pat Moore, PK Kaahanui, Sandra
on the sunny and busy sidewalks of downtown Kailua-Kona.
and Brandon Sakka, Sharon Okuda, Valerie Tanaka, Virgina
The 5K run/walk meandered through open pasturelands on
Asakawa, and Waipa Parker (1st Aid); to Barry and Nancy
Parker Ranch in upcountry Waimea. Outrigger Keauhou
Wallace and Kelley Family `ohana: Nani Naish and Dr.
Beach’s (KBR) emcee E A`ana, arrived on horseback singing
Chuck, Robbie, and Jane Kelley; and of course, our Charity
Boot Scootin’ Boogie, while 1,200 walkers braved the chill of
Walk Checkpoint Committee: Carol Kahili, Eddie Vierra,
the early morning air to walk where cow, horse, and wagon
Jo-Ann Yonamine, Kathy Hansberry, Marie Miyahira, Nancy
trails still exist. The Orchid Isle raised $205,000 for Hawaii’s
charities. Following the walk, the 2nd Annual “Big Island Idol”
competition took place, featuring 11 finalists representing their
hotel/resort. The aspiring Idols took to a beautiful and authentic
paniolo stage to sing a country western song. KBR was well
represented as Guy Noa, Assistant Housekeeper, sang I’ll Be,
while his cheering section waved signs and banners in support.
KBR chaired the entertainment for the second year, garnering
tremendous recognition by participants and the media for
hosting such an enjoyable event for the community.
For the first time, our Kauai & Maui Condo/Timeshare
Division joined in on the fun and the Garden and Valley
Isles together contributed a healthy $519,000 to help
Hawaii’s charities!
Outrigger and OHANA employees care about the
communities in which we do business, and our large
contingent of walkers and volunteers is a true testament to
how caring, generous, and involved our employees are. Mahalo
everyone, and make sure you mark your calendar for next
year’s Charity Walk on Saturday, May 19, 2007, because our
own Barry Wallace will be Chair for 2007! Plans are already in
the making, and we’ll be counting on our `ohana to support
Kauai Charity Walk
Barry, as we make next year’s Charity Walk even bigger and
Kneeling: Wilborn Liberato and Alvin Pinolar
better! Let’s show`em the Outrigger & OHANA way!
Standing: Angie Ganitano, Rose Tangonan, Prescila Constantino,
Caroleta Mata, Dolly Constantino, and Mercy Cabutaje
See pages 4-9 for more photographs
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All Hawaii Walked!
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Big Island Charity Walk
Robert Racelo and Guy Noa our “Idol”
Dan, Nancy, and Teddy Daniels
Big Island Charity Walk
Maile Cawagas, Marie Slade, and Robert Racelo
Warren Ferreira, Michelle Paiaina-Makua, and Jerry Dolak
Big Island Charity Walk
Back: Maile Cawagas and Bliss Franco (a little hidden)
Front: Maria Slade and Imi Peterson cheering on our idol
Kauai Charity Walk
Leona Sa-McDermott, Vicki Valenciano, Fran Basuel, and Jeanne Ross
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All Hawaii Walked!
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Alan Naito, Joel Ono, Ray Kanemori, and Dean Nakasone
Sandra Sakka, her son Brandan, and Kelvin Sato
Jane Inouye, Marie Miyahira, and Kathy Hansberry
Bob Yeoman, Nancy Daniels, and Nahua Maunakea
Kathy Foley, Nolan Crabbe, and Joy Uchida’s daughter Elle
Nurhan Enustun, Jo-Ann Yonamine, and Pat Moore
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All Hawaii Walked!
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Barrett DeSantos, Elliot Mills, and Dr. Chuck Kelley
Leda Tupinio and her son Chase
Loretta Mendoza and Virgie Asakawa
Anny Salvacion, Kea Parker, Tiana Agustin, and Susie Coloma
Gloria Daoang, Melva Beter, Barry Wallace, and Siu Fong Kwok
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Lynn and Chuck Shishido
All Hawaii Walked!
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Mila Javier, Barry Wallace, and Primie Marzan
Michelle Nooner, Troy Boyce and his daughters Alana, Alicia, Shanna, and grandson Jayden
Joy Uchida with her husband Dean and son Troy and Patti Furtado
Lehua Kala‘i’s son Kilakila and Val Tanaka
Leonarda Dait and Nora Weatherwax
Mary Ann Andrade, Barry Wallace, and Kathy Foley
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All Hawaii Walked!
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Eric Ramos and Audrey Lee
Renee Takai (right) with daughter Kristyn (center) and Lyndsey Uyeda (left)
Nora Weatherwax (center) with daughter Kea Parker and son Waipa Parker
Geri Rosete, her son Austin, and sister Lorena Rosete
Standing: Jocelyn Nabarro and Robin and Debbie Murakami
Sitting: Parker Murakami and Samantha Arreza and son Ethan
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Kathy Foley, Candace Reinhardt, and Marie Miyahira
All Hawaii Walked!
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Mercy Valdez and Herminia Agbayani
Rex Freitas and Lori Ishiyama
Bruce Hehn and his wife Luchia Novarina
John Tani and Lydia Takeuchi
Arnold Kishimoto and Diane Lau
Lilia Arca and Luana Maitland
Naile Brennan, her daughter Cagla,
and Nurhan Enustun
Cristiana Mamuad and son Chris
Kanoe and Kalei Ohia
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Ruthann Yamanaka Joins Outrigger
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President of the People Services Group for Hawaiian
Airlines. Ruthann also spent 16 years with Bank of
Hawaii, and was Senior Vice President and Assistant
Director of Human Resources during her final three
years with the company. Her background also includes
five years in health care with the Waimanalo Children &
Youth Program and Head Start.
Ruthann’s career reflects a deep commitment to the
local community. She is a past chair of the board of the
Girl Scout Council of Hawaii and is a past president of
both the Junior League of Honolulu and the Guild for
Child & Family Services.
Ruthann earned her master’s degree in Public Health
from the University of Hawaii at Manoa, and her bachelor’s
degree in Biological Sciences from the University of
Southern California. Ruthann enjoys traveling with husband Gregg and
12-year-old daughter Kelsey Ann when time permits. Other
interests include tennis with Kelsey, community service,
needlepoint, and reading. Even with her busy schedule,
Ruthann tries to stay physically active and is a past finisher of
the Honolulu Marathon and the Tin Man Triathlon.
With her roots in our community, Ruthann has a deep
understanding of the importance of culture on business
success, and she looks forward to continuing our Human
Resources team’s commitment to offering an environment
that allows each employee to be his or her best.
I am delighted to have another caring leader in our
company who will nurture our values and continue in our
tradition of Ke ‘Ano Wa‘a, the Outrigger Way.
Please join me in welcoming Ruthann to the Outrigger
‘ohana.
Yoga and “Ukuleles in Paradise” Workshops
By Ethan Chang
The Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach (OWK) is proud to welcome nationally-recognized
Yoga expert Darrin Zeer and Grammy award-winning artist Daniel Ho, who will be hosting
workshops on the weekends of May 27 and 28 and June 3 and 4.
Learn how to attain a higher state of tranquility through yoga at the free yoga sessions with
America’s relaxation expert, Darrin Zeer, on Saturday, May 27, and Sunday, May 28, from
10 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Leahi Rooms at the OWK. There will also be special Partners and
Massage workshops from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on both days. Cost for these special workshops is
$150 per couple for one day or $275 per couple for both days. These workshops are open to the
public, so please come and learn to relax from Yoga expert Darrin Zeer.
On the weekend of June 3 - 4, OWK will be hosting “Ukuleles in Paradise.” This two-day
ukulele workshop event will feature Grammy award-winning artist Daniel Ho, along with local
entertainer Herb Ohta Jr. Workshops will be held in the Leahi 1 Room at the OWK. Cost for
the workshops are $35 per workshop or $150 for all the workshops over the two-day event.
Materials are included in the cost. The schedule for the workshops is as follows:
Saturday, June 3
Learn how to attain a higher state
of tranquility through yoga
11 a.m. to 12 p.m. - Music theory
12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. - Free Time
1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. - Technique
3 p.m. to 4 p.m. - Kanikapila
Sunday, June 4
11 a.m. to 12 p.m. - Improvisation
12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. - Free Time
1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. - Chords and Strumming
There will also be a special free ukulele performance by Daniel Ho and Herb Ohta Jr. in
the back lobby on Sunday June 4 from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information, please
contact met at 921-9731.
Please come and join us for two weekends of exciting events at the Outrigger Waikiki
on the Beach.
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Daniel Ho