December 13th, 2024

 

David C. Livingston

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Honolulu, Hawaii  96826

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    David@DavidLivingstonHawaii.com

“Things Worth Saving Vol 1151”

 

 

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Remember Pearl Harbor

National Pearl Harbor Remembrance December 7th, 2024 - Artistic Mindz

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Sales & Marketing Executives

Honolulu

SALESPERSON OF THE YEAR

 

Each year the distinguished SPOY alumni join together to induct the newest honoree.
Past recipients reflect the best of Honolulu and have each contributed
in unique ways to promote and improve our community.

Janet Kelley, SME President, has asked me to chair the SPOY event this year honoring the 2024 Sales Person of the Year. I’m seeking nominations. Please submit your recommendation to David@DavidLivingstonHawaii.com

2023 Salesperson of the Year: Chad Buck

Chad Buck, founder, owner and CEO of multiple companies including Hawaii Foodservice Alliance, is the Sales & Marketing Executives of Honolulu’s 2023 Salesperson of the Year. Buck will be honored at SME’s annual gala on June 13^th at the Sheraton Waikiki.

2021 Salesperson of the Year: Charlene “Cha” Thompson

Charlene “Cha” Thompson,  has been a leader at the forefront of the visitor industry in Hawaii, with Hawaiian and Polynesian Entertainment, as well as throughout the Pacific and Asia,  for over 50 years. Alongside her husband Jack “Tihati” Thompson, they became founders of Tihati Productions.

2019 Salesperson of the Year: Mufi Hannemann

Hannemann, who is Honolulu-born and of Samoan / German/ English ancestry, has served the community of Hawaii in various influential roles and organizations in the public and private sectors and non-profit world. He was elected mayor of the City and County of Honolulu in 2004 and was re-elected to a second term in 2008.

2018 Salesperson of the Year: Nainoa Thompson

SME Honolulu is proud to announce our 2018 SPOY recipient, Master Navigator and President of the Polynesian Voyaging Society, Nainoa Thompson.

2017 Salesperson of the Year: Eric K. Yeaman

Eric Yeaman joined First Hawaiian Bank (NASDAQ: FHB) as President and Chief Operating Officer on June 22, 2015. He oversees the bank’s Retail Banking Group as well as its Strategic Planning and Investor Relations, Digital Banking, Enterprise Technology, Operations Services and Bank Properties Divisions. He is also a member of the bank’s Senior Management Committee.

2016 Salesperson of the Year: Jean Rolles

Each year, the Sales & Marketing Executives recognize one member of the community who greatly enhances the image of Hawaii and the quality of life. This year, the association is proud to announce our latest recipient. Praised for her work ethic, community involvement and philanthropy, Jean Rolles is widely regarded as a significant contributor to the business community.

2015 Salesperson of the Year: Vance Roley

V. Vance Roley joined the University of Hawai‘i Shidler College of Business as dean and First Hawaiian Bank Distinguished Professor of Leadership and Management, on January 1, 2005.

2014 Salesperson of the Year: Dennis Francis

Dennis Francis was honored as president and publisher of the Honolulu Star-Advertiser, and oversees Oahu Publications, the San Francisco Examiner & weekly newspapers in San Francisco. Editor & Publisher, the industry’s leading magazine, in 2013 named him “Publisher of the Year” for his effective leadership and generous charitable work.

2013 Salesperson of the Year: Stanford Carr

Born and raised on Maui, Carr is known in Hawaii for building communities on a foundation of family living, the spirit of the islands, and respect for the land. From master-planned communities to resort-style living to affordable housing, Mr. Carr has embraced each of his projects with enthusiasm and fervor resulting in Stanford Carr Development being recognized as one of the most dynamic and successful real estate developers in Hawaii.

2012 Salesperson of the Year: John Dean

John Dean was honored as President and CEO of Central Pacific Bank. A 30-year veteran of the financial services industry, Dean joined CPB in 2010 and led the then-troubled bank’s recovery efforts. In three years he oversaw a $325 million capital raise, helped revitalize the company’s core values and led the bank to nine consecutive quarters of profitability.

 

ADDITIONAL PAST RECIPIENTS
2011 Vicky Cayetano

2010 Rick Blangiardi TRIBUTE VIDEO

2009 Steven Ai & Carol Ai May

2008 Mark Dunkerley

2007 Governor Linda Lingle

2006 Eddie Flores

2005 Rex Johnson

2004 Anthony R. Guerrero, Jr.

2003 Keith Vieira

2002 Dr. Evan Dobelle

2001 Peter H. Schall

2000 Michael Perry & Larry Price

1999 Don Ho

1998 Chatt G. Wright

1997 Ed Hogan

1996 Rick Ralston

1995 George R. Ellis

1994 Dr. Richard R. Kelley

1993 Frank De Lima

1992 Walter A. Dods, Jr.

1991 Patricia F. Saiki

1990 Ruth M. Ono, Ph.D.

1989 Robert J. Pfeiffer

1988 C. Dudley Pratt, Jr.

1987 Kenneth F. Froelich

1986 John W. A. “Doc” Buyers

1985 Christopher B. Hemmeter

1984 Frank J. Manaut

1983 Mackay Yanagisawa

1982 Al Harrington

1981 John Henry Felix, Ph.D.

1980 James F. Gary

1979 George Mason

1978 R. W. “Bob” Holden

1977 George Chaplin

1976 Herbert C. Cornuelle

1975 Senator Daniel K. Inouye

1974 Danny Kaleikini

1973 John D. Bellinger

1972 Henry A. Walker, Jr.

1971 Hilo Hattie

1970 Tap Pryor

1969 Jack Lord

1968 Jack de Mello

1967 Lowell S. Dillingham

1966 Chinn Ho

1965 Dr. Thomas H. Hamilton

1964 Neal S. Blaisdell

1963 Robert Krauss

1962 Rev. Abraham Akaka

1961 Webley Edwards

1960 Duke P. Kahanamoku

1959 Henry J. Kaiser

1958 William F. Quinn

1957 Daniel S. C. Liu

 

 

 

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December 2024 From My Practice ® Tips and strategies for managing debt Follow these tips to learn about debt management, including how much debt you can afford, the difference between good and bad debt and more. LEARN ABOUT DEBT MANAGEMENT 12 financial gift ideas for loved ones This holiday season, go beyond the typical consumer goods by giving the gift of long-term financial well-being to your loved ones GET THE GIFT LIST How regularly rebalancing your portfolio can help build wealth Learn how this financial exercise can help you build wealth and reach your long-term financial goals. EXPLORE THE INSIGHTS   What's happening in the markets and economy today? Stay informed on the current landscape with expert analysis from the Ameriprise Investment Research Group. Get the latest   Connect with your financial advisor David Livingston Financial Advisor Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC 808.441.4000 Email me Visit my site Office Locations Introduce me

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Navy League Board Meeting and Christmas Party

Navy League Board Christmas Party - Artistic Mindz

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Old Timers Reunion 2024

Old Timers Reunion 12-3-24 - Artistic Mindz

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December 10, 2024

Aloha, Friend. Congress is in a “lame duck session,” meaning the period every two years after an election and before the start of the new two-year Congress in early January. A lame duck is always an intense time, as we try to complete the work of the current Congress and get organized and prepare for the new Congress. It is especially so when January will bring a Presidential transition, and particularly this year as so much about the Trump administration, which begins January 20, 2025, is uncertain. My goal as always amidst the division and confusion is to remain focused on where and how I can contribute to solving our national challenges, helping our Hawai‘i and helping my constituents with your own concerns. Here I report on just some of my current activities, and again ask you in the survey below to tell me your priorities and to grade my performance as your U.S. Representative. National issues. My current focus on Capitol Hill is on completing three large legislative efforts that all impact Hawai‘i significantly. The first, as I complete my sixth year on our House Committee on Appropriations, responsible for all federal discretionary funding, is our current Fiscal Year 2025 appropriations process, where I have included many funding provisions for Hawai‘i (see here). The second is the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), our annual defense authorization measure, with key provisions for Hawai‘i and the Indo-Pacific (see here). The third is the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA), with key harbor, flood control and other infrastructure provisions for Hawai‘i, including Honolulu Harbor (see here). Hawai‘i activities. In our Hawai‘i, I recently sent this report here and held an in-person open community meeting for our 100,000-plus veterans ‘ohana at the O‘ahu Veterans Center (see here for a replay of our discussion). At the request of many constituents, I also conducted a live webinar on our transition to clean renewable energy with my federal and state government partners (see here for a replay). I also sent this Kupuna Report here to my age 65+ constituents. I further joined many in welcoming Taiwan President Lai Ching-te (William Lai) to Honolulu (see here for my remarks of aloha and on our U.S./Hawai‘i/-Taiwan relationship). Constituent services. Helping you with your own questions and concerns is ongoing all year round every year regardless of our Congressional cycle. My office has passed through 1,150 individual constituent matters completed this year and 10,000 since I returned to Congress in 2019. We can especially help on issues with our federal government like veterans and Social Security benefits, immigration and taxation, but we will try to assist with any issue if and as we can. Here is more information on my Constituent Services. Your input; anonymous online survey. I continue to value and seek your input wherever and however I can. As part of my efforts, in 2024 I held 24 live in-person or online talk story community meetings, webinars and roundtables to share my efforts, answer your questions and listen to your concerns, and I will be holding six more in-person Talk Stories to kick off 2025 (details in my upcoming end-of-2024 report). I also ask for your current input through another anonymous online survey Click here for survey. In this survey, I ask for your current priorities as well as your views on specific issues I face in Congress, and for your rating of my performance as your Representative. I sincerely appreciate your participation in this survey as it will help me tremendously to continue to represent you and our Hawai‘i and country as best as I possibly can as we enter an uncertain 2025. I will continue to rely on you for your guidance and to pursue every opportunity to let you know what I’m doing on Capitol Hill, to answer your questions, and to listen to and act on your concerns. The best ways into my office and activities remain my website at case.house.gov, my email at ed.case@mail.house.gov, or my Honolulu office at (808) 650-6688. My great Capitol Hill and Honolulu staff and I wish you and yours only the best of the Holidays and New Year.

Contact Me

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Email ed.case@mail.house.gov https://case.house.gov/contact

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Boys Bunch

 

Boys Bunch Holiday Party 2024 - Artistic Mindz

 

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Love your comments!

Aloha and Mahalo Dave,
As always the photos are awesome,  Mahalo for what you do. I'm glad you got to prove to your wife you were working.
Much Aloha
Warmest Regards,
Lis

Hi David,

Just sending you a note of aloha and thanking you for the many wonderful events, pictures, charities you have supported since we met back in 2007. Amazing!

Thank you for leading and setting great example for everyone. 

You truly are an "Artiste Extraordinare".

3 Cheers for you.!!!

Aloha

Carla von & Geoff Milford

Navy League event pals

 

 

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The Power of Planning: A Critical Tool for Leadership Success

Mary Kelly, Commander, USN, CSP, CPAE

Energize your conference with actionable leadership tools! Former Navy Intel Officer, Author & Hall of Fame Speaker, Economist, Board member. Get stronger strategies, better decisions, & faster results.

December 10, 2024

Effective leadership doesn't happen by accident—it requires strategic planning and intentional action. As leaders, we must navigate complex challenges, inspire teams, and drive organizational growth. Without a clear plan, even the most talented leaders can fall short of their goals.

Why Planning Matters in Leadership

1. Clarity and Direction: A well-thought-out plan provides clarity, helping leaders set clear objectives and communicate them effectively to their teams. It creates a roadmap for success and ensures everyone is aligned.

2. Better Decision-Making: Planning equips leaders with the tools to anticipate challenges and make informed decisions. By thinking ahead, you can identify risks, opportunities, and necessary resources.

3. Increased Productivity: Leaders who plan can prioritize tasks, allocate resources effectively, and ensure their teams stay focused on high-impact activities. This leads to greater efficiency and better results.

4. Resilience and Adaptability: While no plan is perfect, the act of planning itself fosters adaptability. When unexpected challenges arise, leaders who have planned are better equipped to pivot and find new solutions.

5. Team Empowerment: A well-structured plan empowers team members by providing clear expectations, timelines, and roles. This fosters accountability, collaboration, and engagement within the organization.

How to Build a Leadership Plan

• Set SMART Goals: Your objectives should be Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.

• Communicate the Vision: Ensure your team understands the "why" behind the plan and how their contributions align with organizational goals.

• Monitor Progress: Regularly review and adjust the plan as needed to stay on track and address emerging challenges.

• Celebrate Milestones: Recognize and celebrate achievements along the way to keep morale high and maintain momentum.

Planning isn’t just about setting goals—it’s about creating a framework for sustainable success. As leaders, our ability to plan effectively can be the difference between surviving and thriving in today’s fast-paced business environment.

Ready to take your leadership to the next level? Start planning today!

 

 

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Dec. 11, 2024 | SUBSCRIBE | VISIT WEBSITE

Connections With Our Sea Services: December 2024 David, Good morning shipmate! Whether you’re new to the Navy League or have been with us for years, this newsletter keeps you connected to everything happening across our organization—from local council highlights to impactful national programs. It’s been a busy last month and an exciting end to the year for the Navy League and our councils! As we wrap up 2024, we reflect on the many ways we’ve come together to champion the sea services and honor the legacy of those who serve. This December, we’re proud to feature our 2024-2025 Navy League Foundation scholarship winners, the latest Seapower Magazine issue on Surface Warfare, reflect on honoring Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, and highlight the America’s Future Fleet symposium, where Admiral Lisa Franchetti discussed the Navigation Plan for America’s Warfighting Navy. On Capitol Hill, the Navy League Congressional Breakfast featured key discussions on Marine Corps amphibious vessels with Representatives Joe Courtney, Rob Wittman, Trent Kelly, and Lieutenant General Eric Austin. We also celebrated Thanksgiving and Giving Tuesday, expressing gratitude for the service members and families who inspire our mission. As the year closes, we look forward to hosting Admiral Linda Fagan, Commandant of the Coast Guard, at our final Special Topic Breakfast of 2024.

Check out Around the League, where we highlight the latest events, initiatives, and accomplishments from Navy League councils around the world. From community outreach to impactful programs, discover how our councils are making a difference and advancing the mission of supporting sea services worldwide! Be sure to click through to see all of our council updates!

Navy League Foundation Scholarships Now Available

The Navy League Foundation is the premier program to support the children of the men and women of the sea services through scholarships and exists through the generous donations that help defray the cost of college education for the children of sea service families and the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps.

Meet Our 2024-2025 Scholarship Award Winners!

The Navy League Foundation is proud to announce our 2024-2025 scholarship award winners. These students come from families of sea service veterans and excelled in both academic achievements and extracurricular activities before attending college. Meet our 2024-2025 Navy League Foundation scholarship award winners here!

December Seapower Magazine: Surface Warfare

The December 2024 Issue of Seapower Magazine has been delivered! E-Members can now access the digital version online. To order a copy, click here.

CNO Joins CMS for America’s Future Fleet Symposium

On December 3rd, the Center for Maritime Strategy hosted Admiral Lisa Franchetti, Chief of Naval Operations at the 𝘼𝙢𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙖'𝙨 𝙁𝙪𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙁𝙡𝙚𝙚𝙩 symposium with the Naval War College Foundation at the Navy League Building in Arlington, VA.  Read the full transcript from the CNO's conversation with Admiral James G. Foggo. USN (ret.) discussing the Navigation Plan for America's Warfighting Navy and the objectives of Project 33. With CNO Admiral Franchetti headlining the event, speakers from across the sea services, government and industry shared their thoughts on America’s maritime domain to a packed room at the Navy League building. There was barely any standing room left in the venue!  Want to more insight and analysis from the Center for Maritime Strategy? Subscribe to the Center's weekly newsletter.

Navy League Congressional Shipbuilding Breakfast

The Navy League's Legislative Affairs team held its final Congressional Shipbuilding Breakfast of 2024 on Dec. 5 at the Capital building. Congressmen Joe Courtney and Rob Wittman delivered opening and closing remarks bookending the fireside chat between Congressman Trent Kelly and Lt. Gen. Eric Austin on the topic of Marine Corps Amphibious Vessels. The turnout was among the highest since restarting this breakfast series with around 10 members of Congress in attendance. Take a look at more pictures here.

Educators at Sea

Earlier this week, 11 educators from Florida, Maryland, New Hampshire and Minnesota embarked on a journey aboard the USS Gerald R. Ford, as part of the Navy League’s Flagship Program: Educators at Sea.  The Navy League's Educators at Sea program addresses a critical need:  Fostering a STEM-oriented and innovative workforce by targeting regions of the country with limited awareness of the Navy and STEM opportunities and offering an immersive experience with firsthand insight into naval operations, empowering them to return to their classrooms equipped to inspire students and introduce them to exciting careers in the Navy and STEM fields. Stay tuned for more details and highlights of the latest Educators at Sea trip.

Council Leadership Webinars

December 11th, 2 p.m.  | Succession Planning for Your Board of Directors Succession planning is essential for maintaining momentum, preserving institutional knowledge, and fostering a thriving council. At our next Monthly Training Webinar, Area President Bill James will share key tips for best planning practices and preparing future leaders for council roles down the line. Join us today, Dec. 11, 2:00 p.m. ET. Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to learn how to prepare future council leaders. Access the meeting link on this page.   Mark your calendar for our next session in January: Fireside Chat  Presented by National President Christopher Townsend and CEO Mike Stevens. View the full Council Leadership Webinar Schedule here.

Special Topic Breakfast with Admiral Linda Fagan, Commandant, USCG

We are excited to welcome Admiral Linda Fagan to the Navy League on December 12th as our keynote speaker at our December Special Topic Breakfast.

Tutorial: How to Complete  & Submit Annual Report

Annual reports must be submitted no later than February 15th, 2025. Submitting an annual report is one of the requirements for councils to receive semi-annual rebates. Financial details are also necessary to maintain accurate records for our tax-exempt status. Council Presidents should familiarize themselves with this process by reviewing it here. You may also review some helpful resources from our last Council Leadership Webinar: Annual Report Training Webinar Recording Takeaways from Annual Reports Webinar Latest Updates to Member Portal Council Presidents can now access three new reports for members whose renewals are approaching, segmented by 30, 60, and 90 days. View more details here. Council Presidents and Membership Chairs will now receive an email notification whenever a new member joins their roster. Welcoming a new member to your council is critical to ensuring they feel valued and engaged from the start. Making them feel part of the community should be your top priority.  As a reminder, every new member also receives a welcome email from Headquarters, but a personal touch from the council can make all the difference in building a strong connection—whether it’s a phone call, text, or personal email. Members now have the ability to switch councils via the member portal. To change councils: Log in to your account and start on your Personal Snapshot page.  Click ‘Change Council’ on the menu bar on the left Select Current Council & Click ‘Next’ Find Council you would like to switch to and select it Click ‘Next’ Click ‘Next’ again to return to your personal snapshot Any questions? Email membership@navyleague.org.

 

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Annabel Nugent, culture reporter for the London office of The New York Times recently wrote: “Stephen Wilson, 47, discovered a modern funeral home on a walk near his home in the UK. After being diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia, which he eventually learned was terminal, he returned in March to start planning his own funeral. Past memorials Mr. Wilson had attended served as cautionary tales. When his partner died in 2014, ‘the minister knew nothing beyond his name. …The whole thing was just utterly impersonal. Mr. Wilson, who worked in philanthropy, said his own funeral was going to be fabulous! He saw it as a gift to have the time to plan his own funeral.’ ‘It sounds strange, but I want people to enjoy it’, he said.”

Take the advice from Mr. Wilson. Get a PrePlan. You don’t have to have a fatal disease to plan now. You do not want to wait until there is no time left. You’ll leave people in pain at your loss, trying to figure out what you wanted. Tell your Pre-Planning Advisor what you want now!

Make your Pre-Plan now so your wishes will be honored. Pre-Plan is for you to decide whether you want a traditional/casket or cremation. You can make the decisions now as to where you will be buried, or whether you want to be cremated and your ashes scattered, or whether you want a niche, a family plot, or have your own mausoleum, etc. With a Pre-Plan, you will be able to give peace of mind to those close to you and to yourself. Being prepared is an important part of the life you are living. I can help you prepare yourself for the inevitable no matter when it might arrive. If you plan well in advance, you will prevent your loved ones from suffering and financial costs.

 

 

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