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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

May 27, 2006

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.

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

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Myra Kuboyama, Chuck Kelley’s son Robbie, Carol Kahili, and Dr. Chuck Kelley

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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 Visit us online at:

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Submit suggestions, comments, and news tidbits to Marie Casciato at

marie.casciato@outrigger.com or via interoffice mail to OEH/Executive Office,

or contact her at (808) 921-6601.

© 2006 Outrigger Hotels Hawaii An Equal Opportunity Employer

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 31Councilmember 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 Heeia5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Dot’s Restaurant Wahiawa130 Mango Street

Thursday, June 1Councilmember Gary Okino

District 8 – Fort Shafter, Moanalua, Halawa, Aiea, Pearl City, Pearl Peninsula, Seaview, Crestview,

and Waipio Gentry5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Hall

2685 North Nimitz Highway

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 detailed-oriented and have logical problem-solving abilities. (Application deadline 6/2/06)

Mauna Loa VillageHousekeeper (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)

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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, Dan Daniels, Dean Nakasone, Debbie Hendrawidjaja, Elvie Amor, Eric Ramos, Edlynne Makue, Jane Inouye, Kelvin Sato, Leda and Chase Tupinio, Kilakila Kalai, Leonarda Dait, Loretta Mundoza, Mary Ann Andrade, Myra Kuboyama, Nancy Souza, Nolan Crabbe, Ofelia Valdez, Pat Moore, PK Kaahanui, Sandra and Brandon Sakka, Sharon Okuda, Valerie Tanaka, Virgina Asakawa, and Waipa Parker (1st Aid); to Barry and Nancy Wallace and Kelley Family `ohana: Nani Naish and Dr. Chuck, Robbie, and Jane Kelley; and of course, our Charity Walk Checkpoint Committee: Carol Kahili, Eddie Vierra, Jo-Ann Yonamine, Kathy Hansberry, Marie Miyahira, Nancy

Daniels, Nora Weatherwax, Nurhan Enustun, Peggy Chasteen, and Ray Kanemori, who made this all happen! The Big Island’s walk took a different route after 27 years on the sunny and busy sidewalks of downtown Kailua-Kona. The 5K run/walk meandered through open pasturelands on Parker Ranch in upcountry Waimea. Outrigger Keauhou Beach’s (KBR) emcee E A`ana, arrived on horseback singing Boot Scootin’ Boogie, while 1,200 walkers braved the chill of the early morning air to walk where cow, horse, and wagon 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 Barry, as we make next year’s Charity Walk even bigger and better! Let’s show`em the Outrigger & OHANA way!

See pages 4-9 for more photographs

Kauai Charity Walk Kneeling: Wilborn Liberato and Alvin Pinolar

Standing: Angie Ganitano, Rose Tangonan, Prescila Constantino, Caroleta Mata, Dolly Constantino, and Mercy Cabutaje

Hui Lun Weng, Tante Pascual, Lester Shim, Salvador Antonio, Elvis Bannister, and Gilbert Cui

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Warren Ferreira, Michelle Paiaina-Makua, and Jerry Dolak

Dan, Nancy, and Teddy Daniels

Big Island Charity Walk Maile Cawagas, Marie Slade, and Robert Racelo

Big Island Charity WalkRobert Racelo and Guy Noa our “Idol”

Big Island Charity WalkBack: 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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Bob Yeoman, Nancy Daniels, and Nahua Maunakea

Alan Naito, Joel Ono, Ray Kanemori, and Dean Nakasone

Jane Inouye, Marie Miyahira, and Kathy Hansberry

Nurhan Enustun, Jo-Ann Yonamine, and Pat Moore

Sandra Sakka, her son Brandan, and Kelvin Sato

Kathy Foley, Nolan Crabbe, and Joy Uchida’s daughter Elle

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Loretta Mendoza and Virgie Asakawa

Leda Tupinio and her son Chase

Barrett DeSantos, Elliot Mills, and Dr. Chuck Kelley

Lynn and Chuck Shishido

Anny Salvacion, Kea Parker, Tiana Agustin, and Susie Coloma

Gloria Daoang, Melva Beter, Barry Wallace, and Siu Fong Kwok

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Leonarda Dait and Nora Weatherwax

Lehua Kala‘i’s son Kilakila and Val Tanaka Mary Ann Andrade, Barry Wallace, and Kathy Foley

Joy Uchida with her husband Dean and son Troy and Patti Furtado

Mila Javier, Barry Wallace, and Primie Marzan Michelle Nooner, Troy Boyce and his daughters Alana, Alicia, Shanna, and grandson Jayden

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Kathy Foley, Candace Reinhardt, and Marie Miyahira

Renee Takai (right) with daughter Kristyn (center) and Lyndsey Uyeda (left)Eric Ramos and Audrey Lee

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 MurakamiSitting: Parker Murakami and Samantha Arreza and son Ethan

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Rex Freitas and Lori IshiyamaMercy Valdez and Herminia Agbayani

Cristiana Mamuad and son ChrisNaile Brennan, her daughter Cagla, and Nurhan Enustun

John Tani and Lydia Takeuchi Lilia Arca and Luana Maitland

Bruce Hehn and his wife Luchia Novarina

Arnold Kishimoto and Diane Lau

Kanoe and Kalei Ohia

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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 311 a.m. to 12 p.m. - Music theory12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. - Free Time

1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. - Technique3 p.m. to 4 p.m. - Kanikapila

Sunday, June 411 a.m. to 12 p.m. - Improvisation12 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.

Yoga and “Ukuleles in Paradise” Workshops By Ethan Chang

Daniel Ho

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.

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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.

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