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January 2009
1. Leadership Kaua`i SpeakersWe have had a productive last quarter at Leadership Kaua`i. A few highlights include a list of awesome speakers that have visited our programs.
In October of 2008 Leadership Kaua`i classes visited Waipa Foundation and the Waipa Ropes course in the Halelea district. Guest speaker, Steve Morales from the Kamehameha Schools presented the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens to Pi`ina Hoku and Executive Director of the Waipa Foundation, Stacy Sproat-Beck spent time with our adult class introducing the art of propagating and preparing kalo.
November brought us guest speaker, William Cathers, moderator from the Colorado Aspen Institute to once again deliver, “The Balance of Leadership.” His 3 day presentation also included a presentation called “Leadership Under Pressure.”
In December we welcomed Peter Apo from the Peter Apo Company who presented Ke Ala Ka Wa Ma Mua – Ka Wa Ma Hope (The road to the future leads through the past), Ho`okaulike – A Paradigm For Balanced Growth, Understanding “The Hawaiian Question”, Hawai`i 2100 – Workforce Unification - Values and the Corporate Operating Culture and Universal Truths – Navigating Life From Birth To Death.
Leadership Kaua`i once again supported the January Kaua`i Baseball League fundraiser which highlighted Colorado Rockies Manager and Baseball Hall of Fame inductee, Clint Hurdle and Kaua`i’s own Tyler Yates from the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Back to Top 2. Leadership Kaua`i Energy Panel DiscussionResortQuest at Makaiwa ~ January 17, 2009 Leadership Kaua`i’s January leadership program combined youth and adult Program participants for an important panel discussion concerning energy on Kaua`i. Invitations were also extended to youth participant’s parents, Leadership Kaua`i Alumni and Board of Directors, and special guests including Representative Hermina Morita and prospective Leadership Kaua`i candidates for 2010. Maurice Kaya, Strategic Energy and Management Consultant opened the program day with his “Thoughts on an Energy Future for Kaua`i“ presentation and moderated the panel discussion. Panel participants included:
Click here to view bios of each of our panelists. Each panelist shared their background, outlook on our energy crisis both local and global and energy solutions they felt we should be investing in. Since Leadership Kaua`i’s mission includes engaging a cross section of individuals, all panelists represented differing perspectives, were encouraged to offer their insights on the unique challenges faced by the island, and how those can be turned into opportunities. Panelists answered questions such as:
The afternoon focused on the County Energy Sustainability Plan. Glenn Sato, Energy Coordinator and Maurice Kaya, a consultant of the team reviewed the RFP Scope of Work to help attendees understand the components of the plan and identify specific actions one can take including:
It is our understanding that public input and community participation is welcome and encouraged as part of the RFP Scope of Work for the company awarded the contract, Sentech Hawai`i. The contract for this RFP is pending and has not been finalized but is expected to soon in order to begin this new plan for Kaua`i’s energy solutions. We also provided the below additional information for our participants to prepare for this event:
We would like to express special thanks to ResortQuest at Makaiwa for hosting Leadership Kaua`i’s January programs, KIUC for sponsoring food and beverage for this event, each participating speaker for sharing their knowledge, initiatives and insights, and participants, parents, and special guests for their attendance and commitment. It was every individual’s personal involvement and dedication that made this event possible and successful. We were able to embrace themes of individual commitment to strive towards common vision and help to foster the emergence of enlightened leadership. Back to Top 3. Donor Recognition SpotlightWe wish to recognize and express special thanks to the following individuals, businesses and organizations. It is with your continued support that makes Leadership Kaua`i possible and able to achieve its mission. Scholarship Sponsors Kaua`i Filipino Chamber of Commerce and Princeville at Hanalei have joined together to provide two $2,000 tuition scholarships to our adult leadership program participants Kari Villabrille of ResortQuest at Makaiwa and Erika Sy of the American Cancer Society. At right: Kari Villabrille accepts her sponsorship from Mamo Cummings, Princeville at Hanalei and Ernie Pasion, Filipino Chamber of Commerce. Annual Fundraising Campaign Leadership Kaua`i’s annual campaign has begun. We are pleased to acknowledge the following donations received to date from:
Program Sponsorships
In-Kind Donors
Speakers & Facilitators
Back to Top 4. Alumni AchievementsLeadership Kaua`i would like to acknowledge some exciting alumni achievements to kick off 2009. Click here to view more accomplishments in our Alumni Shine publication. Mayor Bernard Carvalho (Class of 2005) After being appointed the Director of Parks and Recreation in 2006, and running for Mayor in 2008, we wish to congratulate and acknowledge our new Mayor, Bernard Carvalho for this honorable achievement.
Char Ravelo (Class of 2006) We would like to acknowledge Char Ravelo for Modeling the Way in launching The Kaua`i Health and Wellness Association (KHWA), a non-profit, membership organization with an island-wide vision to bring community, business and professionals together for a healthier Kaua’i. KHWA is now into its fourth year of existence. We would also like to congratulate Char for her continued “Inspiration” in our community and successfully holding the 5th Annual Kaua`i Wellness Expo January 24-26, 2009, bringing Kaua`i one of the world’s greatest leaders in the field of mind/body medicine and best selling author, Deepak Chopra.
Milo Haneberg (Class of 2008) After serving as a tubing guide/driver over six years ago, launching the management of zipline operations five years ago and becoming the Operations Manager four years ago, we would like to congratulate and acknowledge Milo Haneburg for his most recent promotion to General Manager of Kaua’i Backcountry Adventures. The Leadership Kaua`i Alumni Network has scheduled their first formal alumni gathering to take place on Thursday, February 26, 2009 at the Kaua`i Marriott Resort & Beach Club from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm. Celine P. Nelsen, President of Pacific Leadership Partners is the guest speaker for this luncheon event. For more information, please contact Brenda Jose. Back to Top 5. Leadership Kaua`i Annual Fundraising Campaign
With leadership that inspires hope & change, we can navigate to new places, possibilities & opportunities
As we face difficult financial times ahead it is more important than ever that we pull our efforts together in supporting the needs and challenges of our island home. During economic downturns such as these we need to remember that in order to pull through them, it requires that we focus our energy on continuing to creatively address all of our social and economic needs collaboratively.
Please join us in continuing our important work by contributing to our annual fundraising campaign and help us realize the future for Kaua`i we all seek. If you wish to paricipate click on the paypal link below or mail your monetary donation to:
Leadership Kaua`i
P.O. Box 1567
Lihu`e, Hawai`i 96766