January 31st, 2025

David C. Livingston

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SME – A meeting with

Lei Pedro from PBN

 

SME - Leianne "Lei" Pedro - PBN - Artistic Mindz

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Mercury Club Guest Speaker

 

Andrew Mish Hood

Andrew Mish Hood

Senior Executive Director

YMCA Camp Erdman and Central YMCA

Andrew Mish Hood is a YMCA career professional. Born and raised in Scotland, he moved to the US to pursue a life of impacting communities, family and youth through the YMCA Camping Movement. Periods spent in Virginia and Texas preceeded his move the the North Shore of Oahu to serve the YMCA of Honolulu as the Executive of its YMCA Camp Erdman Branch. Mish has since assumed responsibiltiy for the Central YMCA in addition, and continues to serve community in new ways.

Mercury Club meets at the Pacific Club Monday, February 3rd, at noon.

$45 for lunch. RSVP to David Livingston 808 542-4945

 

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Honoring a Legacy

Sarah Marks Richards, President Emerita

 

You're never fully prepared to take the call letting you know that a friend, mentor and community giant has passed on.  Last night when the call came, I was lost in thought over the immense loss for our community on hearing of Sarah's departure from this earth.  As a true force of nature in the arts, a leader both in the restoration of the Historic Hawaii Theatre, and as a board member for many other vital community arts organizations, her loss will be felt in our community for years to come.  During her nearly 25 year tenure as the President of Hawaii Theatre from 1989 to 2014, she oversaw the building of a community of donors and volunteers who continue the work of ensuring a vibrant arts & culture community through the preservation and operation of the historic venue as the state's premiere performing arts facility.  We invite you to take a moment today and think of Sarah's life-long passion for the arts.  Enjoy a few of the videos below as you learn some of the history of how she marshaled leaders in the community to raise over $32 million to restore and reopen the theatre for the benefit of our community.  Sarah's leadership in the arts will be sorely missed, but her legacy will live on through the impactful and lasting work she made her life mission.  Mahalo, Sarah, for all you have done for our community. 

 

- Gregory Dunn on behalf of the Hawaii Theatre Center ‘ohana.

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 I am not always a good listener. Listening to others is important and I am…

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ECONOMIC AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT - How to effectively lead future teams

The Power of Listening: A Leadership Superpower

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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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Join us for our 9th Annual

Gospel Heritage Concert

Like a River in my Soul

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

Find out more at: thewindwardchoralsociety.org

or contact: windwardchoralsociety@gmail.com.

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.

 

We continue to welcome singers this spring. If you are interested please email WindwardChoralSociety@gmail.com

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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Message from

The March of Dimes

 

Let’s Start Getting Warmed Up for

MARCH FOR BABIES

Aloha Dave,

As a team captain for our 2024 walk, we would like to say a big MAHALO to you for helping us crush our goal of $212,000 last year and for helping us raise nearly $265,000 towards our mission work of fighting for the health of all moms and babies!

With your support, we were able to help support our local families in Kapi’olani Medical Center’s NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit), provide group prenatal care on Maui with our partner Malama I Ke Ola, as well as provide much need resources and education to our community. Take a look at our impact report below.

 

This year, we are hoping to continue and expand our work, with you by our side! So to kick off, we are hosting our Team Captain Warm Up Challenge.

How does it work?

2025 Walk Info:

  • Date: Saturday, April 19, 2025

  • Registration Begins: 7:30 AM

  • Opening Ceremony: 8:30 AM

  • Walk Begins: 9:00 AM

  • Venue: Kaka’ako Waterfront Park – 102 Ohe St. Honolulu, HI 96814

Thank you again for helping us make a difference in 2024 and we can’t wait to see you again at this year’s walk!

Mahalo,

Carly Armstrong


Carly Armstrong
Manager, Donor Development



HI Hawaii Market
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Chamber of Commerce Legislative Affairs Breakfast



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JANUARY 29, 2025

IN THIS EDITION

New Team Members
2025 Legislative Agenda
Chamber Weeks 2025: Elevating Voices
Business After Hours

 

 

Aloha, 

We kicked of 2025 with an exciting line-up of events that supported legislative and civic engagement! Mahalo to everyone who joined us for Chamber Weeks 2025 presented by Alaska Airlines x Hawaiian Airlines, which concluded with our third annual State of Business presented by HMSA yesterday! Your engagement, insights, and support made these recent six events a tremendous success. As we continue advocating for Hawaii’s business community, your participation helps drive meaningful conversations and action. 

 

 

As we move forward, we’re excited to introduce two new team members who will be instrumental in supporting our mission.

 

 

  • Nicole Monton, our new Director of Communications & Public Relations, brings 13-plus years of experience from MidWeek, most recently as Managing Editor, and Honolulu Star-Advertiser. With her expertise in storytelling and strategic communications, she looks forward to amplifying our voices and championing the business community.  

  • Emily Sloan, our new Senior Coordinator for Education and Workforce Development,  has more than six years of experience creating impactful, inclusive programs, including her work at Special Olympics Hawaii, where she developed health equity initiatives for individuals with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities.  At the Chamber, she will use her expertise in marketing and communications, graphic and program design, health equity and creative strategy to strengthen workforce pipelines and support businesses through innovative programs.  

We’re thrilled to have them on board and look forward to the impact they’ll make in supporting our members and our community.

Mahalo, 

 

 

 

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, GOVERNMENT AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS

 

 

Chamber launches 2025 Legislative Agenda

 

The Chamber of Commerce Hawaii's 2025 legislative agenda focuses on key policies that drive economic growth, support workforce development, and strengthen local businesses—aligning with our 2030 Blueprint for Hawaii’s long-term prosperity. These bills prioritize initiatives that enhance business competitiveness, invest in talent pipelines, and foster innovation to ensure a resilient and thriving economy for the future.

 

 

 

EDUCATION & WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

 

 

Empowering high school leaders: elevating voices and advocacy at the Hawaii State Capitol

 

 

 

This year, the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii proudly hosted the 5th annual Elevating Voices from the Classroom and High School Capitol Walkaround during Chamber Weeks, presented by Kumabe HR. More than 100 students from Campbell High School, Waipahu High School, and Farrington High School participated in a dynamic day of learning and engagement at the Hawaii State Capitol. 

The event featured inspiring student presentations on key issues they are passionate about, along with an Advocacy Workshop where participants identified challenges and solutions within their communities. Students even had the unique opportunity to discuss these issues directly with legislators, fostering meaningful conversations. 

Additionally, students observed the Chamber Senate and Chamber House proceedings in action. Led by our ten Chamber of Commerce Hawaii Student Leadership Board members, participants explored the Capitol and connected with legislators to address topics they care deeply about. 

For more information, please contact Lord Ryan Lizardo, Vice President of Education at 
lrlizardo@cochawaii.org.

 

 

EVENTS SHOWCASE

 

 

Can't miss Business After Hours 2025

 

 

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 beverages compliments of Market Advantage, light pupus hosted by Pitch Sports Bar, and a chance to win exciting door prizes. Don’t miss out—space is limited, so sign up today!

 

 

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NEIGHBOR  ISLAND  CHAMBERS

 

 

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
Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce - AfterHours - Kona Brewing Hawaii
March 19, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Register


TEAM DIRECTORY

Sherry Menor-McNamara, President & CEO
Kawena Haugh, Executive Assistant & Corporate Secretary, 
khaugh@cochawaii.org
Tyler Spruill, Manager, Accounting & Operations, tspruill@cochawaii.org
Tonga Hopoi, VP Economic Development, Government and Community Relations, thopoi@cochawaii.org
Nadia Holt, Government Affairs Manager, nholt@cochawaii.org
Tricia Fetui, SVP Business Development & Events & ED of Young Professionals, tfetui@cochawaii.

 

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"I use a unique password for every work and personal account."

A few days ago, I sat down with a group of trusted friends to share some questions from the

Riskara 360 Employee Risk Assessment we’ve been developing at Cypac. When we got to this

particular question, everyone’s reaction was pretty much the same:

"I use a unique password for every work and personal account."

“Uh, no,” was everyone’s response. If this small group is anything like the general population,

it’s safe to assume most of us have reused the same password across multiple websites.

This quiet habit has turned into a BIG problem. When your passwords are stolen and sold on

the dark web, bots and cybercriminals use them to try logging into every service they can find

with your leaked email and password combinations.

The Takeaway

A new report from Nordpass reveals the top 200 passwords used worldwide, including in

corporate environments. It’s quite a long list, so I’ve shared it on our blog here: https://www.cypac.com/post/are-you-re-using-passwords

Take a moment to review these lists. If you find any passwords you’re using, change them

immediately. My favorites were: gwerty, princess and tinkle :P

What should you do now?

Follow these clear guidelines for excellent password hygiene:

1) Use strong, unique passwords. Each password should be at least 12 characters long

and avoid personal information like birthdays, names, or addresses.

2) Don't reuse passwords across accounts. If one account is breached, hackers can

access others if you’re using the same password.



3) Use a password manager. Tools like LastPass, 1Password, Bitwarden, and KeePass

can securely store and generate strong passwords for you.

4) Use multi-factor authentication (MFA) whenever you can. This adds an extra

layer of security beyond passwords, such as SMS codes, authenticator apps like Google

Authenticator or Duo, or hardware keys like YubiKey.

5) Avoid writing passwords down. Don’t store them in Excel files, sticky notes, or

unsecured notepads.

For extra credit, visit 
haveibeenpwned.com to check if your email address has appeared

in any data leaks.

It’s up to all of us to educate our friends, family, and coworkers about evolving cyber threats.

Sharing best practices like these can help keep everyone safe.

If you know someone who could benefit from this advice, feel free to forward them this email.


Stay safe out there.

-Attila

P.S. The 
Riskara 360 Employee Security Risk Assessment is designed to evaluate

your company’s strength in four key areas:

1) Awareness – How well do your employees understand cybersecurity risks and practices

in the workplace?

2) Behaviors – What security-conscious actions are employees consistently taking in

their day-to-day work?

3) Habits – Which security practices have become automatic and ingrained through

repeated behaviors?

4) Resilience – When awareness, behaviors, and habits are combined with company

policies, they reveal how prepared your organization is to withstand theft, cybercrime,

and disaster.

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My dad told me his password is:
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Because he was told his password had to contain 8 characters and at least one

Capital

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Phone: 808.861.9595

Email: attila@cypac.com

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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.

About the Speaker

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.

Sponsored by Eddie & Elaine Flores, Jr.

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.

 

For more information, please contact Jamie Watanabe, events manager, at (808) 956-0323 or email jamie.watanabe@hawaii.edu.


Mahalo to our media sponsor!

 

Jan. 9: Recent Alumni Happy Hour, Pitch Sports Bar 
Jan. 22: Shidler Alumni Association New Year's Mixer, Aloha Mamacita 
Feb. 19: Flores Real Estate Lecture Featuring Steve Sombrero, Japanese Cultural Center
March 6Executive Vineyards, The Royal Hawaiian Hotel

 


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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Secretary Hegseth’s Message to the Force

Posted on January 27, 2025 by Seapower Staff

From U.S. Department of Defense Public Affairs, Jan. 25, 2025 

ARLINGTON, Va. — The following message to the U.S. armed forces was released by the new Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth:   

It is the privilege of a lifetime to lead the warriors of the Department of Defense, under the leadership of our Commander in Chief Donald J. Trump. We will put America First, and we will never back down. 
  
The President gave us a clear mission: achieve Peace through Strength. We will do this in three ways — by restoring the warrior ethos, rebuilding our military, and reestablishing deterrence.    
  
o    We will revive the warrior ethos and restore trust in our military.  We are American warriors. We will defend our country.  Our standards will be high, uncompromising, and clear. The strength of our military is our unity and our shared purpose.   
  
o    We will rebuild our military by matching threats to capabilities. This means reviving our defense industrial base, reforming our acquisition process, passing a financial audit, and rapidly fielding emerging technologies. We will remain the strongest and most lethal force in the world.  
  
o    We will reestablish deterrence by defending our homeland — on the ground and in the sky. We will work with allies and partners to deter aggression in the Indo-Pacific by Communist China, as well as supporting the President’s priority to end wars responsibly and reorient to key threats. We will stand by our allies — and our enemies are on notice. 
  
All of this will be done with a focus on lethality, meritocracy, accountability, standards, and readiness. 
  
I have committed my life to warfighters and their families.  Just as my fellow soldiers had my back on the battlefield, know that I will always have your back. We serve together at a dangerous time.  Our enemies will neither rest nor relent.  And neither will we.  We will stand shoulder to shoulder to meet the urgency of this moment.     
  
Like each of you, I love my country and swore an oath to defend the Constitution. We will do that each and every day, as one team.  Together we will accomplish the President’s mission to deter war, and if necessary, defeat and destroy our enemies. Godspeed!” 

 

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Love your comments!

You REALLY DO TAKE GREAT PHOTOS - For lots of these folks, it's probably the most recent good photo they have.

And you never get anyone with their mouth open or chewing or eyes closed... or you do a great job at editing them out.

I know it is appreciated, even when people don't say thank you.

Nancy

Mahalo for sharing.

Best wishes to you and your 'ohana!

Me ke aloha pumehana, 

Senator Mike Gabbard

Chair, Agriculture and Environment Committee

Hawaii 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.”  

Richard Rankin <dickrankin@wwohana.org>

Sun, Jan 5, 2025 at 8:52 PM

Aloha !

Please click on the site below to see our Board of Director David Livingston's wonderful photos of our Wounded Warrior Ohana Christmas Gala!

Warm regards,

Dick

 Wounded Warrior Ohana Christmas Gala 2025 - Artistic Mindz

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

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