January 24th, 2025
David C. Livingston
http://www.ThingsWorthSaving.com
303 Kipukai Place
Honolulu, Hawaii 96826
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“Things Worth Saving Vol 1157”
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SME – A meeting with
Lei Pedro from PBN
SME - Leianne "Lei" Pedro - PBN - Artistic Mindz
Enjoy the pictures!
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Remembering Joe Vesey!
Joe Vesey - 100 Birthday Celebration - Artistic Mindz
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Shared by Mary Kelly, Commander, USN, CSP, CPAE
I am not always a good listener. Listening to others is important and I am…
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The Power of Listening: A Leadership Superpower
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Read this article on LinkedIn to join the conversation
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I am not always a good listener. Listening to others is important and I am working on it, but frankly, I needed more help, so I did some research.
You might be like me. You know that one of the most underrated, yet transformative skills a leader can possess is the ability to listen. Listening is an active, intentional, and strategic tool that fosters trust, enhances collaboration, and drives innovation within teams, and yet, sometimes as leaders, we think we must have the answers, so we talk too much and listen too little.
Why is active listening so important?
1. Builds Trust
At its core, listening is an act of respect. When leaders take the time to truly listen to their team members, they send a powerful message: “I value your input.” This simple act can significantly strengthen trust within an organization. Trust, in turn, is the foundation of any successful team. Without it, collaboration falters, morale declines, and productivity suffers.
Active listening demonstrates that leaders are present and engaged. This means putting away distractions, maintaining eye contact, and showing genuine interest in what is being shared. When team members feel that their voices are heard, they are more likely to communicate openly and honestly. This openness creates an environment where ideas flow freely, and conflicts are resolved constructively.
2. Inspires Innovation
Listening is also a key to understanding and addressing the needs of your team. Empathy, a cornerstone of effective leadership, ...
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Shared by Linda Rose Herman
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Join us for our 9th Annual
Gospel Heritage Concert
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The Windward Choral Society presents the ninth annual Gospel Heritage Concert (formerly known as Black History Month Concert). The concert takes place at St. Anthony of Padua Church in Kailua on Sunday, February 16, 4:00-5:30pm. The concert features Big Island guest vocal soloist Binti Bailey, conductor and WCS founder Susan McCreary Duprey, accompanist Tommy Yee, percussionist Sharon Cannon, and includes an audience sing-along. Music selections include such pieces as traditional spirituals arranged by William L. Dawson and Gospel tunes composed by Keith Hampton
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Details:
WHAT:
The Windward Choral Society presents the ninth annual Gospel Heritage Concert (formerly known as Black History Month Concert).
WHO:
The Windward Choral Society
Susan McCreary Duprey, Founder & Artistic Director
Dr. Tommy Yee, Accompanist
SPECIAL Big Island GUESTS:
Binti Bailey, Vocal Soloist
Sharon Cannon, Percussionist
WHERE:
St. Anthony of Padua Church, 148 Makawao St, Kailua, Hawaiʻi
WHEN:
Sunday, February 16, 2025, 4:00-5:30PM
COST:
A freewill offering will be taken to offset the costs associated with the performance. No tickets required.
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The Windward Choral Society is a 501(c)3 organization
Copyright © 2025 Windward Choral Society All rights reserved.
Our mailing address is:
202 Aiokoa Street, Kailua, HI 96734
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$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$Rotary Says Goodbye to
Frank De Lima
Frank’s Last Day in Hawaii – Rotary Club of Waikiki Honorary Member 1 8 25
Rotary Club of Waikiki Frank De Lima Day 2025 - Artistic Mindz
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Shared by Mary Kelly, Commander, USN, CSP, CPAE
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Take Charge of Your Career with 'You Next': A Step-by-Step Guide to Success
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In today’s dynamic professional landscape, taking control of your career trajectory is more crucial than ever. “You Next: A Step-by-Step Guide to Taking Charge of Your Career,” authored by leadership experts Mary Kelly and Meridith Elliott Powell, serves as a comprehensive roadmap for individuals ready to transition from uncertainty to empowerment in their professional lives.
This guide is meticulously designed to assist you in:
· Clarifying Your Vision: Define your career aspirations and establish a clear direction for your journey.
· Building a Winning Strategy: Create actionable plans to navigate challenges and leverage opportunities effectively.
· Taking Bold Action: Confidently embrace transitions and challenges, propelling you toward the career you’ve envisioned.
Whether you’re a young professional seeking clarity, a mid-career individual exploring new opportunities, or a leader aiming to foster team growth, “You Next” offers proven strategies to unlock your potential and achieve remarkable success.
To further support your journey, the authors provide additional resources, including chapter summaries, interactive workbooks, and insightful white papers focusing on future talent needs and engaging high-potential employees.
Embark on a transformative journey toward a fulfilling career by securing your copy of “You Next” today.
For a deeper dive into the insights offered by Mary Kelly and Meridith Elliott Powell, explore their engaging discussions and presentations available online. Visit the site!
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Chamber Weeks 2025: State of Business
Kamaʻaina Tech Networking
Business After Hours
YP Mentor Hawaii
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Aloha,
Last week was truly incredible! Chamber Weeks 2025, presented by Alaska Airlines x Hawaiian Airlines, showcased the strength and resilience of our business community through insightful discussions with legislators and community partners, meaningful networking opportunities and collaborative advocacy for a stronger future for Hawaii. Your energy and engagement were the driving forces behind the week’s success, and I want to personally thank you for participating. Moments like these reaffirm the power of coming together as a unified business community.
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As Chamber Week 2025 builds to its grand finale, we’re excited to conclude this incredible series with one of our most highly anticipated events, the 3rd Annual State of Business on January 28. This signature event, sponsored by HMSA, brings together key representatives from the state and the business community for meaningful discussions on the Chamber’s legislative priorities for the 2025 session. Attendees will also get the chance to hear from prominent political leaders as they share their perspectives on Hawaii’s economy, government, and politics in the year ahead.
Let’s keep the momentum going. Your voice, your vision, and your participation are essential to shaping the future of business in Hawaii. Together, we can drive progress, build stronger connections, and create opportunities for our state to succeed.
Mahalo nui loa for your continued support, and I look forward to seeing you on January 28!
With gratitude,
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, GOVERNMENT AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS
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State of Business to be held on January 28, final event of Chamber Weeks 2025
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Join the Chamber for the 3rd Annual State of Business presented by HMSA on January 28, 2025 at Cafe Julia from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Hear the Chamber's legislative priorities for the 2025 session and from political leaders about their visions for the year ahead.
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Attend a free training on using the Hawaii Legislature's website
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Join the Chamber for a free training on Friday, January 24 at 10:00 a.m. The Hawaii State Legislature's website provides tools for getting active in the legislative process. The State's Public Access Room will cover creating an account to use interactive features for tracking bills on your own list and signing up for hearing notices, search tips, and more. Join us for this free webinar, there will be time for questions at the end.
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EDUCATION & WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
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Job-seekers build connections with local professionals at Kamaʻaina Tech Networking event
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Last month, 12 engineering, IT, and defense professionals participated in speed networking with job seekers at the HTDC Holiday Tech Job Fair. Held on December 21, this job fair sought to connect local kamaaina talent and those home for the holidays with Hawaii’s fast-growing engineering and technology sectors. The Chamber’s Kamaʻaina Tech Networking event offered a supplemental opportunity for job seekers to build their local network with professionals in their field. This event also marked the first in-person event for the Kamaʻaina Come Home program, welcoming participating professionals to connect with job-seekers who are looking to transition home to Hawaii’s engineering sector.
Mahalo to our industry partners at Amentum, Bowers + Kubota Consulting, Community Planning and Engineering, Deloitte, Hawaiian Telcom, Oceanit, Pacxa, and Yogi Kwong Engineers for their commitment to strengthening the talent pipeline in Hawaii by sharing their insights and expertise with our emerging workforce.
For more information about Kamaʻaina Come Home Engineering and our other workforce development initiatives, contact Manager of Workforce Development McKenna Dale at mdale@cochawaii.org.
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Network and adopt at February 5
Business After Hours
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Drive Connections in '25 at the Chamber’s first Business After Hours of the year, presented by the Hawaiian Humane Society! Join us on Wednesday, February 5, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. for an evening of networking, fun, and furry friends. Connect with local professionals in a relaxed atmosphere, meet adoptable pets, and learn about the Humane Society’s impactful work. Your registration includes two drink tickets, light pupus, and a chance to win exciting door prizes. Don’t miss out—space is limited, so sign up today!
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Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce - AfterHours - Club Rehab
January 22, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Register
Kauai Chamber of Commerce - Hawaiian Airlines Luncheon
January 24, 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Register
Hawaii Island Chamber of Commerce - 2025 ATHENA Leadership Award® Luncheon & General Membership Meeting
January 30, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Register
Maui Chamber of Commerce - Hawaiian Airlines Luncheon
February 14, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Register
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Flores Real Estate Lecture featuring Steve Sombrero
Feb. 19 | Japanese Culture Center
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You're invited to join us for our complimentary
2025 Flores Lecture Series!
This year's event features Steve Sombrero of Cushman & Wakefield ChaneyBrooks.
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 19
6-7:30 p.m.
Japanese Cultural Center
Parking $12 per vehicle
This event is free to the public but seating is limited.
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S teve Sombrero, MBA ‘94, is the President and Principal Owner of Cushman & Wakefield ChaneyBrooks. With over three decades of experience in real real estate, he has served as an international business and real estate consultant for Fortune 500 companies and major Asia-based conglomerates. Since 1987, Sombrero has been involved in numerous real estate projects across Hawai‘i, the Pacific, and Asia, successfully advising high-profile transactions including master planned residential developments, shopping centers, office buildings, and resort hotels. Notably, he facilitated the largest residential portfolio transaction in Hawai‘i’s exclusive Kahala neighborhood when he brokered the Genshiro Kawamoto holdings. Other significant deals include the Kaanapali Beach Resort, Waikiki Galleria Tower, Bank of Hawai‘i Waikiki Center, Guam Premier Outlet Mall, and Tommy Bahama Japan. Sombrero is the founder and owner of Aloha Beer Company and author of the book, What Day Are You.
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Sponsored by Eddie & Elaine Flores, Jr.
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E ddie Flores, Jr., BBA ‘70, has distinguished himself as a successful entrepreneur, educator, philanthropist, and community leader. He is chairman of L&L Drive-Inn/L&L Hawaiian Barbecue and founder of the Eddie Flores Real Estate School and Sun Pacific Realty. In 2007, Eddie and his wife Elaine established a $2 million endowed scholarship at the college which has provided over 220 scholarships to top business students. Additionally, the Shidler Courtyard was officially renamed Eddie and Elaine Flores, Jr. Courtyard in honor the Flores’ significant contributions. Eddie helped to establish the Filipino Community Center and Chinatown Community Center, and authored articles and books on real estate and investment. His accomplishments led him to win over 20 local and national awards. Eddie was inducted into the college’s Hall of Honor in 2005 and was honored as a UHAA Distinguished Alumni in 1999. Established in 2017, the annual Real Estate Lecture Series is a testament to Eddie’s passion for real estate.
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Mahalo to our media sponsor!
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Be sure to check out the Shidler events calendar for the most up-to-date information on these and other college events.
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Love your comments!
Mahalo for sharing.
Best wishes to you and your 'ohana!
Me ke aloha pumehana,
Senator Mike Gabbard
Chair, Agriculture and Environment Committee
Hawai’i State Capitol, Room 201
Honolulu, Hawai`i 96813
Ph: 808-586-6830
P.S. Click HERE to check out my Senate webpage
A‘ohe hana nui ke alu ‘ia. “No task is too big when done together by all.”
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Richard Rankin <dickrankin@wwohana.org>
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Sun, Jan 5, 2025 at 8:52 PM
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Happy Birthday and Merry Christmas, Dave from Tokyo.
Thanks always for the news from around …..always interesting and helpful for calendar planning for events to go to … or a recap and peak at events I missed and wished I had attended.
Nice wrap up on SME event and list of honorees. Nice update on Christmas in the islands. All good, always. Loved the Tesla joke!
Keep staying young my friend.
And Happy New Year to you!
MAHALO!
DAVE
Dave Erdman | Founder, CEO & President
808-469-4833| derdman@pacrimmarketing.com
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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Award-winning American cartoonist, Stephan Pastis, recent strip of Pears Before Swine covered the subject of “What kind of funeral do you want to have?” His characters, Rat and Goat continued the discussion with Rat once again taking the negative approach. “I don’t care.” said Rat. A number of commenters agreed with Rat. However, Commenter scote1379 said, “Pre-arrangement will save you and your Family a world of Grief, Plus you don’t feel rushed making decisions!” g.p.hardy wrote, “I work in the area of bereavement. People ‘not caring’ about what happens when they die are a huge problem for the loved ones they leave behind.” g.p.hardy is correct. 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
A 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. As they both said, 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. Don’t know where to start? Give me a call. You will be able to give peace of mind to those close to you and to yourself. Please call me today. I can help you just like I have assisted more than 10,000 Hawaii families and individuals make their plans for cremation or burial. And, if you travel often, you can also purchase a lifetime travel plan for $599 that, in case you should die while away from Hawaii, will pay to bring your body back – a procedure that can cost thousands of dollars and occurs more often than you may think. This is something you can do that is positive.
Linda Rose Herman
Pre-planning Advisor
Hawaiian Memorial Park & Funeral Services/Borthwick Mortuary
(808) 864-3505
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January 2025
From My Practice ®
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New for 2025: Adjustments that could affect how you save, spend and invest
Stay on top of cost-of-living changes from the IRS and other federal agencies with this guide.
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5 smart actions to take in the new year
The beginning of the year is an optimal time to take actions that can help you reach your financial goals. Start 2025 strong with this beginning-of-the-year financial checklist.
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Why you should prioritize an annual financial review
Throughout the year, your life and the external market environment may change. Learn how reviewing your financial situation annually can help keep your goals on track.
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What's happening in the markets and economy today?
Stay informed on the current landscape with expert analysis from the Ameriprise Investment Research Group.
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Connect with your financial advisor
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David Livingston
Financial Advisor
Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC
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808.441.4000
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