Hawaii Visitors & Convention Bureau

Kara Imai, Managing Director of Marketing, presenting Marketing Updates at the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority Spring Marketing Update. ? #HVCB #Hawaii #HawaiiTourism #tourism

Aaron J. Salā, PhD, President & CEO at the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority Spring Marketing Update. ? #HVCB #Hawaii #HawaiiTourism #tourism

Lynn Whitehead, Vice President of Global MCI Sales & Marketing, presenting MCI Updates by Meet Hawaii at the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority Spring Marketing Update. ? #HVCB #Hawaii #HawaiiTourism #tourism #meethawaii

Robyn Basso, Sr. Director of Travel Industry Partnerships, presenting Travel Trade Updates at the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority Spring Marketing Update. ? #HVCB #Hawaii #HawaiiTourism #tourism

Lei-Ann Field, Sr. Director of Public Relations, presenting PR Updates at the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority Spring Marketing Update. ? #HVCB #Hawaii #HawaiiTourism #tourism

Jeffrey Eslinger, Sr. Director of Market Insights & CRM, presenting Market Insights and Trends at the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority Spring Marketing Update. ? #HVCB #tourism #Hawaii #hawaiitourism

Fantastic to see Aaron, our President and CEO at American Hotel & Lodging Association’s The Hospitality Show as their Keynote Speaker, Shaping the Future for Hawaiian Hospitality. ? #HVCB #AHLA #HawaiiHospitality

As we gather with loved ones during this season of Thanksgiving, let us also reflect on the many ways we can give back to the ‘āina, to our communities, and to one another. This is a time to celebrate not only the connections we have nurtured but also the possibilities that lie ahead when we work together with purpose. Mahalo nui loa for your commitment, passion, and aloha. Happy Thanksgiving from your HVCB ?ohana to yours.?? ? #Thanksgiving #grateful #ohana #Hawaii

Thrilled that our Sr. Director, Destination Education, Kainoa Daines had the opportunity to speak to 20 bright students in Dave P. Evans, Ph.D.’s Tourism Development and Management class at Kapi‘olani Community College! The class focused on sustainability and cultural integration, a crucial part of building a responsible tourism future. He shared insights into the Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau (HVCB) and the work our Education team does with our staff, contractors, and members—covering everything from cultural education and language to best practices that honor Hawai‘i's unique heritage. It’s inspiring to see future tourism leaders so engaged in building a sustainable industry that respects and integrates local culture! #HVCB #Sustainability #CulturalIntegration #TourismEducation #FutureLeaders #tourism

Spotted our very own Senior Director, Member, and Community Engagement, Karen Wataru Nakaoka, who joined women leaders in our community at Pacific Business News Women Winning in Business Panel and shared her invaluable insights on leadership. Mahalo, Karen, for all you do for our organization and beyond! ? #HVCB #HVCBMember #HVCBOhana #PBN #tourism