Recent occurrences have changed the dynamics of our visitor industry.  But, a qualified and skilled workforce is imperative as we deal with issues such as welcoming visitors from the new markets of China and Korea, or maintaining service levels of excellence in this very competitive marketplace or visitors with high expectations as they spend more to vacation in Hawai‘i.  Come and hear about what our stakeholders are doing to turn some of the critical challenges we are facing into new opportunities and learn about the new Tourism Workforce Development Strategic Plan – Vision 2015.

Featured panelists:

· Ms. Robbie Kane, Product Development Manager, Hawai‘i Tourism Authority Click here to download presentation.  Select "Save" when prompted.

· Dr. Walter Jamieson, Dean, School of Travel Industry Management, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa Click here to download presentation. Select "Save" when prompted.

· Professor Ron Umehira, Department Chair, Hospitality and Tourism Program, Kapi'olani Community College   Click here to download presentation. Select "Save" when prompted.

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