HSMAI Hawaii Chapter

Happy Aloha Friday! Welcome to our New Board Member Spotlight! We are thrilled to welcome Angela Murphy CHDM, Vice President of Sales at OUTRIGGER Hospitality Group, as the new member of the HSMAI Hawaii Chapter Board! With over 20 years of leadership in hospitality sales, Angela brings a wealth of expertise in driving growth, forging strategic partnerships, and elevating Hawaii’s presence in the global travel industry. A passionate advocate for professional development and innovation, Angela is deeply committed to advancing sales, marketing, and revenue excellence in Hawaii’s hospitality sector. Her leadership and vision align perfectly with HSMAI’s mission to empower industry professionals through education, collaboration, and cutting-edge strategies. Beyond her impressive career, Angela embraces Hawaii’s rich culture, mentors emerging talent, and cherishes island life with her family. Join us in giving a warm aloha to Angela—we’re honored to have her on our board and excited for the incredible contributions she’ll bring to our chapter and community! #HSMAIHawaii #HospitalityLeadership #WelcomeAboard #HawaiiTourism #SalesAndMarketing #OutriggerResorts

⏳ If AI could give you one extra hour in your day… how would you use it? Would you brainstorm fresh ideas? Deepen a client relationship? Just take a breath? A new article from HSMAI explores how AI isn't just a buzzword—it's already shaping productivity in hospitality sales and marketing. 🤖💼 From writing proposals faster to surfacing smarter insights, AI can help us spend more time on what really matters. Check out the comments for more info It’s not about replacing the human touch—it’s about enhancing it. ✨

🚨 Now Accepting Applications! 🚨 The HSMAI Foundation Mike Dimond Student Career Success Program is officially open! 🎉 This unique opportunity offers: 💰 A $2,000 grant to support your academic journey 🎓 One-year mentorship with an accomplished industry leader 🎟️ Free registration to one HSMAI Conference 📣 Spread the word and help launch a hospitality student's career with meaningful support and guidance! 🌟 📌 Two Career Success Grants will be awarded to hospitality students enrolled in a degree-seeking program. Application Requirements: 📝 Must be enrolled in a hospitality degree program 📄 Completed application form + resume ✍️ A written statement 🗓️ Deadline: May 7 Register today: https://lnkd.in/gn7V_F2E #HSMAI #HospitalityCareers #StudentSuccess #MentorshipMatters #HospitalityIndustry #CareerDevelopment #FutureLeaders #CollegeStudents #HospitalityStudents #ScholarshipOpportunity

Mahalo to everyone who joined us for HSMAI Hawaii Chapter’s Maui Pau Hana last night! 🌺🍹 A huge thank you to our sponsor and host hotel Outrigger Kāʻanapali Beach Resort OUTRIGGER Hospitality Group, for their incredible hospitality. Special appreciation to Angela Murphy CHDM, Sean Dee, Edwin Torres, Megan Lee, and the entire team for making this event such a success! Connecting with our hospitality community is always a pleasure, and we look forward to our next gathering. Your support of HSMAI Hawaii Chapter helps us continue fostering growth, education, and collaboration in our industry. Until next time—a hui hou! 🤙 #HSMAIHawaii #MauiPauHana #HospitalityLeadership #Networking

🏌️♂️ Last Chance! Early, Early Bird Pricing Ends Today! ⏳ The HSMAI Hawaii Chapter 15th Annual Golf Tournament is set for Friday, August 1, 2025, and today is the final day to lock in the Early, Early Bird rates! 📍 Location: Hoakalei Country Club ⏰ Shotgun Start: 12:00 PM 💼 Networking, fun, and hospitality industry connections await! Don't miss this opportunity to secure your spot at the best price. Sponsorship opportunities are also available! 🏌️♀️ Sign up today and join us on the greens! #HSMAIHawaii #GolfTournament #Networking #HospitalityIndustry #HawaiiEvents

📊 Are Capacity-Driven KPIs Holding Your Hotel Back? 📉 For many hotels, occupancy-based KPIs have long been the benchmark for success. But are they truly driving long-term profitability? This insightful article from Revenue Hub explores why an over-reliance on capacity-driven metrics can lead to price dilution, missed revenue opportunities, and a weakened brand position. Instead, a more strategic approach—balancing profitability, guest experience, and sustainable growth—can create stronger long-term success. In Hawaii’s competitive hospitality landscape, where guest loyalty and premium positioning are key, shifting our focus beyond just “heads in beds” is crucial. It’s about driving value, not just volume. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/geWDjP56 What strategies has your team used to go beyond traditional occupancy metrics? Share your insights in the comments! ⬇️ #HSMAIHawaii #RevenueManagement #HotelSales #HospitalityStrategy #HotelMarketing #SustainableGrowth

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us at today's event at the beautiful Halekulani Hotel! It was an amazing day filled with insightful conversations and valuable connections. A special thank you to our keynote speaker, Michael Dominguez, FASAE, CHSE, President and CEO of Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI) for his incredible presentation. His insights were truly inspiring and left us all with so much to reflect on. Looking forward to continuing these conversations and building on the momentum at our next HSMAI event. Stay tuned! #Grateful #KeynoteSpeaker #ALHI #EventSuccess #Networking #Leadership

🌈It’s a beautiful day for 18 holes at Hoakalei! The 15th Annual HSMAI Hawaii Golf Tournament is set for August 1st, and early, early bird pricing is only available until March 31st! 🏌️♂️ Join your HSMAI Hawaii Chapter 'Ohana for a day of golf, networking, and giving back to our local community. Secure your spot now and be part of something great! 📍 Tag your golf buddies below and let’s hit the greens together! 🔗 Registration link in the comments! Happy Friday and have a beautiful weekend! #HSMAIHawaii #GolfForACause #Networking #GolfTournament

Counting down the days until our HSMAI Lunch & Learn next week! 👏 This event would not be possible without the support of our key sponsor, Halekulani. As one of Waikiki’s most iconic luxury hotels, Halekulani continues to set the standard in hospitality with 453 elegantly designed guest rooms and suites, as well as versatile event spaces—including the 4,300-square-foot Ballroom and the stunning 6,600-square-foot Hau Terrace and Lanai. 🌺 The newly reopened SpaHalekulani looks more beautiful than ever, offering guests the perfect space to relax while being just steps from everything Waikiki has to offer. We are truly grateful to host our first in-person educational event in recent years at such a breathtaking venue. Special mahalo to the incredible team at Halekulani, Lisa Matsuda, Laina Pinella-Guerrero, CMP, Monica Kawamata, Nelson Arlos, and Cristiana Lungu Okada, MBA for your support! AND we are thrilled to share our event attendees will have the option to attend an exclusive site visit following the event. 🙌 See you soon! #HSMAIHawaii #Halekulani #LuxuryHospitality #EventExcellence #Mahalo

🚨 Last Chance to Register! 🚨 Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to hear from ALHI CEO, Mike Dominguez, as he shares invaluable insights on economic trends, political impacts, industry forecasts, and data-driven strategies shaping the hospitality and meetings industry. 📅 Final day to register: Thursday, March 5, 2025 Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/gSr6f_5M Secure your spot now! #Hospitality #MeetingsIndustry #EconomicOutlook #IndustryTrends #ALHI