Leadership Kauai

January 2007

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1. Speaker Series Presents Sonia Manzano

Come hear Sonia Manzano, bettern known to millions of children and parents as Maria of Sesame Street, talk about the educational journey that led to her becoming a successful actress and writer. Born in the United States of Puerto Rican descent, Ms. Manzano will share how she maneuvered her way through a bi-cultural society while including her heritage in Sesame Streets educational programming and in her childrens books. She will reflect on troubles facing our children today and how she incorporates elements from Sesame Streets curriculum into education.

Friday, January 19, 2007 6pm – 8pm
Kauai Community College Performing Arts Center

Families welcome, $10 per person, $5 for students and educators

Tickets are available at Deja Vu Surfwear, Borders Books & Music, Scottys Music, Larrys Music, M. Miura Store, Hanalei Video & Music, The Kauai Chamber of Commerce or call Leadership Kauai (808) 246-8727.

2. Adult Leadership Program Underway

The adult leadership program began its year with 18 participants and a weekend retreat on September 15, 2006 at the Kauai Beach Resort. Bill Cathers from the Aspen Institute presented philosophies of leadership through readings by Sophocles and Martin Luther King Jr.

Leadership Kauai – Adult Class of 2007

Front row: Naomi Nishida, Fran Becker, Lisa Ubay, Sheryl Grady, Janine Rapozo, Jacy Youn, Renae Hamilton, Leah Ragsac, Ketih Yap, Keone Kealoha. Back row: Thor Seraphin, Claurino Bueno, David Bukoski, Jerry Refamonte, Kelly Knudsen, Kim Hester, Anna Peters, Rebekah Reid, Bill Cathers (moderator).

3. Youth Leadership, Pi`ina Hoku Retreat Kick Off

August 2006 – After two years of planning by Leadership Kauai alumni, Pi`ina Hoku, Leadership Kauais youth program is launched with 20 students and an unforgettable Camp Slogett weekend retreat. Modeled after the adult leadership program, Pi`ina Hoku participants will undergo 10 months of intensive leadership skill development. A diverse speaker schedule is planned along with education on community issues and cultural awareness. The expected outcome is a group of young leaders with skills and desire to lead collaboratively for our islands’ future.

New Youth Program Director, Mason Chock
The beginning of the youth program also coincides with the hiring of Program Director, Mason Chock. According to Executive Director, Tim Bynum, “Mason brings the right combination of skills and experience to make Pi`ina Hoku a success from the start.” Chock is a Kamehameha and UH Manoa graduate and a former firefighter. The owner of Kauai Team Challenge, Inc., an outdoor experiential education company specializing in team building and self development, Chock has worked in partnership with The Waipa Foundation for over three years to administer a Mentoring Children of Prisoners program.

4. Class of 2006 Graduation

The annual adult leadership program is proud to announce the graduation of our class of 2006. On April 14th, 22 participants graduated, after a successful year of leadership development. Former Governor of the State of Hawai`i, George Ariyoshi was the commencement speaker.

Graduates are: (1st row) Caven Raco, Char Ravelo, Rayne Regush, Matthew Taba, Soncy Tamashiro, Carol Texeira, William Trugillo, Michelle Lizama, Lynne Nagaoka. (2nd row) Erik Burkman, Janice Ikeda, Larry Dill, Nacole Kaai, Jeff Deren, Ken Pierce, Michael Hubbard, Allison Fraley, Corey Nakamura, Michelle McGregor, John Cox, Ryan Elston. (Standing with group on left): Board President – Michael Murakoshi. (On Right): Executive Director, Tim Bynum, Mr. and Mrs. Ariyoshi.

5. Community Projects

Kapa`a Skate Park Beautification Project

Pi`ina Hoku, youth leadership group will be holding a painting project for the Kapa`a Skate park on Saturday, February 3^rd 2007 starting at 9am. The youth have interviewed members of the community and users of the park to determine what would be appealing to all interested parties and as well as deter vandalism. The community is welcome to join the youth group in their painting efforts. In addition to the painting project, Pi`ina Hoku is considering holding a skate contest at the improved skate park prior to their graduation from the program in April.

Class of 2007

Jump Start for a good cause

Global Warming Awareness

Teen Zone

Class of 2006

“Field of Dreams” Stadium for Kapaa Pop Warner Association

Japanese Lantern Restoration

Pi`ina Hoku Youth Leadership

Class of 2005

Affordable Housing

Public Education

Youth Leadership Kauai

The Inconvenient Truth

Leadership Kaua`i’s Global Warming community project group held a showing of “The Inconvenient Truth” 6:30 pm at The Performing Arts Theatre on December 8^th.Over 400 people attended and many stayed to hear a global warming panel discussion led by Former State Representative, Brian Schatz, Apollo Kaua`i Chairperson, Ben Sullivan and County Council Member Joann Yukimura. Stay tuned for future events!

6. General Eric Shinseki and Peter Apo Speak

Former Army Chief of Staff, General Eric Shinseki was a guest speaker at Leadership Kaua`i’s adult class on November 3^rd. The adult participants were treated to more that two hours of General Shinseki’s time as he shared stories illustrating leadership challenges he had faced and the lessons he has learned during his long career.

Born on Kaua`i General Shinseki sserved as the 34th Chief of Staff of the United States Army (1999 – 2003). He is the first Asian American four-star general in U.S. history, and the first to lead one of the four military services.

Regularly in the news over the last few years he is famous for his remarks in testimony to the Senate Armed Services committee before the war in Iraq in which he said “something in the order of several hundred thousand soldiers” would probably be required for post-war Iraq. Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld publicly disagreed with his estimate. Since our meeting this article appeared. Shinseki article

In December our Leadership Kaua`i program meeting in Waimea the class spent the morning with Peter Apo. Peter is a Director of the Native Hawaiian Hospitality Association in Oahu and a former State legislator. Appearing for the third year at one of ourtraining days Peter speaks about the benefits of incorporating traditional Hawaiian values into our daily lives and collaborative activities with others. He serves as a consultant to the tourism and development industries sharing the concept of “values driven economic development” seeking business models that are “Pono” by achieving a balance between community, place and economic activity.

Other Leadership Kauai Program speakers in December were Chris Faye sharing a tour through plantation history and Aletha Kaohi from the West Kaua`i Technology and Visitor’s Center.

Peter Apo, Director of the Native Hawaiian Hospitality Association

7. Join Leadership Kauai!

For information about how you can become a participant and/or supporter of Leadership Kauai, please visit our website at www.LeadershipKauai.org or contact us for more information:

Leadership Kauai

P.O. Box 1567

Lihue, Kauai, HI 96766

Telephone (808) 246-8727

Fax (808) 246-8726

Email: info@leadershipkauai.org

8. LK Announces 2006-2007 Board of Directors

Leadership Kauai welcomes its 2006-2007 Board of Directors and appreciates their contribution to Kauai Leadership Programs.

Click here to view the list of Board of Directors
on our new and improved website.»

Leadership Kauai would like to send appreciation to our ohana of past and sustaining supporters. Your donations and support have contributed to the success of our non-profit organization to support Kauai’s future leaders.

April 2007

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1. Mahalo to our Supporters

View our Ohana of Support »

2. Join Leadership Kauai

For information about how you can become a participant and/or supporter of Leadership Kauai, please visit our website at www.LeadershipKauai.org or contact us for more information:

Leadership Kauai

P.O. Box 1567

Lihue, Kauai, HI 96766

Telephone (808) 246-8727

Fax (808) 246-8726

Email: info@leadershipkauai.org

3. Kapaa New Park Community project

Youth Pi`ina Hoku held a community paint project on February 3rd, 2007. In an effort to deter vandalism the youth group decided to create appealing artwork for skate park users. After polling local skaters and community members for mural ideas, the project group enlisted community artists, Megan OConnell and Kalen Spear to help map out the artwork. The result was a beautiful half pipe wave, the Hawaiian flag, the Hawaiian Islands, Reggae colors and a dedicated ramp for the skaters to paint called the Expression Session. We are very proud of the community`s response to the artwork and the sense of ownership that it has generated for its users. The youth group have also planned a skate contest in collaboration with the County of Kauai and Mevyn Clothing that was held on Saturday, March 31st.

4. Pi`ina Hoku Youth Class of 2007 Graduation

After a productive year of leadership development, Pi`ina Hoku`s 20 high school Juniors and Seniors are ready to celebrate their achievements. On Saturday, April 14th the Leadership Kauai Ohana will gather at Smiths Tropical Paradise for the Class of 2007 youth graduation dinner. Youth participants will be sharing their year in leadership. Keynote address will be from Ramsay Taum, founder and director of LEI (Life Enhancement Institute) of the Pacific. As we end our 1st successful year of youth programming, we are starting our recruitment campaign for the next year`s class. If you know of any interested high school Juniors please have them conta ct us or download an application at leadershipkauai.org.

Pi`ina Hoku pulling a team effort while paddling on Wailua River with Pu`uwai Canoe Club

5. Adult Leadership Program

Our adult class started the new year by meeting with Sonia Manzano, ”Maria” of Sesame Street, in January. She shared much insight on working in early education and in a multicultural environment. In February the class had a great opportunity to meet with Kelvin Taketa, President and CEO of Hawaii Community Foundation. They later joined him at the Kaua’i Chamber of Commerce luncheon that afternoon. The afternoon speaker was non violent communication guru, JP allen. He shared guidelines to approaching problematic situations effectively and also had everyone out of their seats shaking a limb or two. In March the Adult and Youth Programs met together at the Prince Golf Course Clubhouse in Princeville and heard presentations by Kaua`i County Councilmember Jay Furfaro and Eric Crispin.

July 2007

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1. Kauai Community Drug Awareness Speaker SeriesOur Leadership Kauai Class of 2007 “The Challengers” Project Group will be hosting a Community Drug Awareness event on August 7, 2007. The event will feature presentations by two of Hawaii’s most informed speakers on the subject of our drug situation in Hawaii and especially Kauai. They are Gary Shimabukuro of Laulima Hawaii, and Keith Kamita, Dept. of Public Safety Narcotics Enforcement Division Chief. We will also be having various agencies and their resources available to all attendees. The event will be held at the Kauai War Memorial Convention Center and is open to the public, free of charge, and is targeting 200 of our island’s parents, teachers, and other stakeholders concerned about the vulnerability of our youth to drugs. Click on the Flyer to view the pdf file…Back to Top 2. Adult Graduation

The year has come to an end for our adult leadership class. For their meeting in May they spent the day at Camp Sloggett, Kokee. Their morning was spent recapping and evaluating accomplishments made throughout the year. Puna Dawson joined the group for the day and shared her manao with the class. In the afternoon they had a wonderful opportunity to talk leadership issues with Mayor Bryan Baptiste. The class graduation program was held on Friday, June 15, 2007 at the Hilton Kauai Beach Resort, Jasmine ballroom. Each of the three groups in the class presented their community projects to the audience. Certificates of completion were presented to each member following the group presentations. The class also debuted Leadership Kaua’i’s alma mater, which was composed by one of the participants. The event was open to the public and had just over a hundred people in attendance. Back to Top 3. Leadership Kauai Alumni ShineAfter 3 years of leadership development on Kauai, many of our alumni have made huge leaps in the community and in their careers. We would like to notice their advancements and the leadership roles they have embraced.

Bernard Carvalho-Class of 2005, appointed to Director of Parks and Recreation, County of Kauai.
Theresa Koki-Class of 2005, was recently appointed as the new anti-drug coordinator of the County of Kauai.
Mel Rapozo-Class of 2005, continues to serve as a Kauai County Council member and this year has stepped up to the position of Vice Chair. Mel is also serving as the President of the Hawaii State Association of Counties.
Imaikalani Aiu-Class of 2005 appointed as the County of Kauai Deputy Planning.
Nathan Aiwohi- Class of 2005, recently named the Principal of Kapaa Middle School.

	6. Corey Nakamura- Class of 2006, recently named Principal of Hanalei Elementary.
	7. Alicia Higa-Pi`ina Hoku Class of 2007, voted into Kapaa High School Student Body Council President.
	8. Tayni Hashimoto- Pi`ina Hoku Class of 2007, voted into Kapaa High School Student Body Council Vice- President.
	9. Dominique Bartolo-Pi`ina Hoku Class of 2007, voted into Kapaa High School Student Body Council Secretary.
	10. Caven Raco- Class of 2006 appointed to the Planning Commission.
	11. Char Ravelo- Class of 2006, recently launched an international publication “United World” spin off of the Inspiration. Journal.
	12. Lynne Nagaoka- Class of 2006, recently promoted to Director of Human Resources Waikaloa.
	13. Ama Gonsalves- Pi`ina Hoku Class of 2007, Kapaa High School Senior Class Vice-President.
	14. Larry Dill- Class of 2006, appointed to The Building Board of Appeals.
	15. Renae Hamilton-Class of 2007, recently selected to be the new Executive Director of the YWCA.

Back to Top 4. Leadership Kauai Recruitment Underway The staff at Leadership Kauai have been hitting the pavement with recruitment efforts. The graduates of Pi`ina Hoku have been giving presentations at each of our island high schools. “So far, the response has been very good. After seeing all the activities, leadership exposure and projects that our first youth class were immersed in, we have had a large interest in applying for the program.” said Mason Chock, Program Director for Leadership Kauai. Leadership Kauai is also recruiting for the adult class that will begin in September. Applications can be downloaded online at www.leadershipkauai.org or call the office at 246-8727. Deadlines for all applications are July 15th, 2007.

October 2007

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1. Leadership Training in Progress

Our new youth and adult classes have jumped off to a great start with an October program at the Waipa Ropes Course. The classes worked on team-building and pushing their limits out of their comfort zone guided by Kauai Team Challenge Inc. and their staff. In addition to their exciting day, participants heard from Adam Asquith, University of Hawai`i, Sea Grant College Extension Specialist who spoke about Global energy issues and their potential impact on Kauai. Other presenters on this topic included, Steve Rymshaw from KIUC, and Keone Kealoha from Malama Kauai with his guests Walter Ritte and Jerry Konanui.

2. Luncheon with Bill Cathers

Mr. Bill Cathers from the Colorado Aspen Institute will be speaking on the “Balance of Leadership and Freedom,” on Friday, November 16th, 2007 during a luncheon at the Princeville Clubhouse. All alumni are encouraged to join the new Leadership Kauai class for lunch and to hear from our guest speaker. The Luncheon will begin at 12 noon and end at 1:30 pm. Lunch tickets are $20 per person. Seating is limited, so please RSVP to attend this event no later than Friday, November 9th by calling our office at 246-8727 or emailing us at info@leadershipkauai.org.

3. Executive Director Transition

After two years at the helm of Leadership Kaua`i, Executive Director Tim Bynum announced he will be stepping down from the top post. Filling his seat will be current Program Director Mason Chock.

“Leadership Kaua`i is a wonderful organization making an important contribution to our community’s future success, and I intend to remain involved in the program to ensure a successful transition.” Shared Tim, “However I feel that my commitment to Kaua`i as a member of the Kaua`i County Council deserves my full attention.”

During Bynum’s tenure, Leadership Kaua`i continued to refine its Leadership Program for adults while instituting the Pi`ina Hoku “Stars that Rise” Youth Leadership Program.

“Mason has done a fantastic job as Program Director and is the perfect choice to lead the organization into the future.” Tim commented.

4. Fantastic Fundraiser Event!

Leadership Kauai will be having a bouyant fundraising event upon the Norwegian Cruise Line ship, The Pride of America. We are lucky to have a group of people dedicated to making this event memorable. Committee members are: Alana Brun, Charlotte Nash, and Marylyn Gerardo. The event will take place on Thursday, April 24, 2008, so mark your calendars now! This will be an exclusive, after hours gala to include many things such as a silent auction, entertainment and dinner. We will also have a hosted cocktail hour. Keep your eyes open for our “Save the Date”.

5. New Directors to our Board

We are excited to start the new fiscal year off with two new Board Directors. David Bukoski is a Leadership Kaua`i graduate from the class of 2007. He is a Captain in the Prevention Bureau of our Kaua`i County Fire Department. Our second addition to the Board is Jim O’Connor, Owner and Principle Broker of O’Connor Realty. We look forward to working with such esteemed persons. Our Board Secretary, Char Ravelo, has graciously taken the role of spearheading our alumni program. She is looking forward to engaging her fellow alumni as well as other graduates and making the Alumni Program a success. Class representatives are as follows: Class of 2005 is Marissa Sandblom; 2006 is Char Ravelo; and 2007 is Fran Becker.

David Bukoski

Jim O’Connor

6. Leadership Now… and Tomorrow

Leadership Kaua`i is proud to announce the kick off of our “Leadership Now…and Tomorrow” fundraising campaign. Coordinated by Liana Soong, President, of The Complete Package and Mark Hubbard, Board President, this campaign is sure to unite supporters from across the island – and afar. Leadership Kaua`i hopes to raise $85,000.00 by December 1, 2007 to ensure continued matching funds from the esteemed Case Foundation.

As many of you know, Leadership Kaua`i is an IRS determined non-profit 501(c)3 organization serving the island community. As such, we rely greatly on the generosity of people like you to ensure that our vital programs continue to fulfill our mission. Every year, due to the bountiful gifts of many we are able to evolve our curriculum, meeting venues, guest speaker line up and so much more.

The “Leadership Now…and Tomorrow” fundraising campaign will unite investors who are willing to commit themselves personally or through their organizations in effective leadership on Kaua`i with our very unique leadership development programs for both youth and adults. Truly, a great pairing.

Since the inception of this campaign, we have already had positive results! Mahalo to the following donors for their support:

*Central Pacific Bank

*Kukui`ula Development

*Maryl Development

*Pioneer – A DuPont Company

*The Princeville Corporation

*Belles Graham Proudfoot & Wilson, LLP

*Martin & Carole Kahn

*David P. Steinmann

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The list of supporters continues to grow on a daily basis. We are so excited to see that the Kaua`i community values Leadership Kaua`i and the role we play in enhancing our community now…and tomorrow. We hope you take the time to invest in Kaua`is future. Rather a cash gift or in-kind donation, your gift today will truly make a difference.

For more information, please call Leadership Kaua`i at 246-8727.

January 2008

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1. New Year Brings in New Team at Leadership Kauai Under the direction of Executive Director, Mason Chock, the talents of Lynn Lewis, LK’s new Director of Operations and Alana Brun, new Marketing Coordinator, this new team intends to commit their energy to the ever growing needs of Leadership Kaua`i. Lynn comes to Leadership Kaua`i with a background in program development and managment with the SANS Institute. Alana, a Kaua`i girl with experience in event planning and fundraising will dedicate her efforts towards fund development and donor management. Back to Top 2. Community Guest Speaker, Tommy LasordaA dynamic speaker, Tommy Lasorda was a LA Dodgers coach and his experiences as a leader have served as a great testament to how we can persevere in life.
These events are a benefit for youth baseball on Kaua`i. Thanks to our local baseball leaders on Kaua`i, collaboration with Leadership Kaua`i and with the help of some key sponsors, we have gained the opportunity to have him address our community. When, What and Where:
January 22nd from 5:30 to 8:30 pm – Private event at Menehune Bluffs, Elmore Murata’s place. $100 per person.

January 23rd from 5:30 to 8:30 pm – Public event at the Kilohana Carriage House.
$30 per ticket and includes a luau dinner, refreshments and attendance to Tommy Lasorda ’s presentation.

Tickets are being sold by the following representatives:

West Kaua`i: Kelly Robinson 645-0663
Central Kaua`i: Hank Ibia 652-1612
East Kaua`i: Tommy John Cox 652-4727

All checks to be payable to Leadership Kaua`i, who is serving as a fiscal sponsor for the event.

Leadership Kaua`i has served as an avenue for inspirational speakers to engage with our community over the last 4 years since we’ve started our organization. We are happy to serve as a community partner and fiscal sponsor to once again ensure this unique opportunity for our island. Leadership Kaua`i continues to seek out motivational speakers who will provide thought provoking insights through their presentations.

Back to Top 3. January Programs We have some exciting events to start off this new year. On January 16th we have an Alumni Network gathering at Grove Farm’s conference room. We will start at 4:30 pm. Come and catch-up on the happenings in your fellow classmates’ lives. Pi`ina Hoku will have a “Government Day” on the 17th and will start out on the steps of the Historic County Building. On the 18th the adults will have a day at ResortQuest at Makaiwa. Guest speakers include Kelvin Taketa, Hawaii Community Foundation; Diane Zachary, Kauai Planning & Action Alliance and Puna Dawson will speak about “Hawaiian style” conflict resolution. Back to Top 4. Community Projects At A GlanceEach year we have three or four community projects coordinated by our adult class. This year, we have one project that also includes our youth class, Pi`ina Hoku. The following is a brief description of our current projects:

Aukahi Life Skills. Its mission is to provide the youth of Kaua`i basic life skill resources and information to ease the transition from high-school to self-sufficiency. The project has three major areas that it will adress: work readiness, coping skills and money management. They will do this through a logo and web page design contest and a life skills fair in March to be held at Kapa`a High School. The group members include: Diane Ayre, Ginger Bray, Brenda Jose, Ron Morin, Jan Nessen and Celia Mahikoa.

Operation: Restore Polihale. As their name may suggest, this group project involves restoration and improvements at the Polihale State Park on the westside of Kaua`i. Besides the usual coat of paint to the restrooms, they plan on fixing/replacing toilets, light fixtures and sinks. They will also clear vegetation, repair BBQs etc. With guidance and some supplies from the State Parks division, their scope of work is expansive. This group consists of Nely Caberto, Dale Cua, Steven Handy, Fred Pascual, Chris Ryer, Leland Tottori, Linda Uyehara and Pi`ina Hoku (the entire youth class).
The third group will conduct a follow-up look at data from a 1960’s longitudinal study on resiliency, which was conducted on Kaua`i’s keiki. This group includes Kerith Edwards, Milo Haneburg, Shannon Ladd, Ivory McClintock, Vonn Ramos and Ken Shimonishi. Back to Top 5. Mahalo For Your Philanthropic Spirit

We would like to thank the following companies for their contributions throughout 2007. Your donation will assure continued successes at Leadership Kauai as we educate and inspire our future leaders.

Annie Sinclair Knudsen Fund * Atherton Foundation * Belles, Graham & Proudfoot * Chevron, Inc. * Carshawai`i.com * Case Foundation * Deja Vu Surfwear * DMK Welding * First Hawai`ian Bank * Grove Farm Company * Hawai`i Community Foundation * Hawai`i Pacific Health * Hospitality Concepts * Kahn Galleries * Kaua`i Island Utility Cooperative * Kaua`i Land Management,LLC * Kawailoa Development * Keoki’s Paradise * Kukui`ula Development * Maryl Development * McCloskey and Company * M. Miura Store * Mokihana Pest Control * Pioneer HI-Bred * Princeville Resort * Princeville Services, LLC * Saiva Siddhanta Church * Senter Petroleum, Inc. * Sheraton Kaua`i Resort * Trex Hawai`i * Young Brothers * Resort Quest at Makaiwa * Point at Po`ipu

We are grateful to the following people who have personally given generously to our program:

Nathan Aiwohi * William Akana * Wendy Akita * Claurino Bueno * Tim & Virginia Bynum * Roger Cable * Janice Chun * Michiye Funaku * Nancy Goodale * Zafar & Teresa Hassanally * Stewart & Mika Hollinger * Richard Holtzman * Mark Hubbard * Letitia Hunt * Bob & Lynne Kubota * Jason Kuloloia * Maryanne Kusaka * Lynn McCrory * Pat Pannell * Anna Peters * Samuel Pratt * Janine Rapozo * Char Ravelo * Marissa Sandblom * William Schmidt * Francine Spadaro * Susan Spears * Robert Springer * David Steinmann * Lisa Ubay * Nathan Wood * Phillip & Karen Wood * Keith Yap

“Anchoring Kauai’s Future,” Leadership Kaua`i’s first annual fundraising gala is coming together. The Leadership Kaua`i NCL fundraising committee is working hard to get the “Save the Date” magnets into your mail box. We will be sending out the fundraising packets soon, please let us know if you would like to receive one or if you need more information.

“Anchoring Kaua`i’s Future” will be held on Thursday April 24th, 2008 on the Norwegian Cruise Liner, the Pride of America. This fun filled evening will include a hosted cocktail hour including a variety of delicious appetizers which will be complimented by the great jazz stylings of The Steve Dubey jazz band. Our guests will also enjoy a seated dinner service and dynamic speaker presentation by Mr. William Cathers of the Colorado Aspen Institute, with special guest jazz pianist Donald Vega.

Hosted cocktail hour will be held in the Mardi Gras room.

Commit to Kaua`i’s Future and support this wonderful event. Tickets are available at $125.00 or tables of ten (10) are available at $1,250.00 Please call the Leadership Kaua`i office for more information 808-246-8727.

June 2008

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1. Graduation Class of 2008 Youth Pi`ina Hoku and Adu

On Saturday, April 27th 2008 Leadership Kaua’i celebrated their second annual youth leadership class graduation at Gaylord’s, Kilohana. The event included a detailed presentation by the graduates of their year in leadership, community projects and team building for Kaua’i’s future. Keynote speaker, Celine Nelsen spoke on the commitment and responsibility to leadership in the 21^st century. Pi`ina Hoku is made possible through funding assistance from the County of Kaua`i, the Atherton Foundation, and the Annie Sinclair Knudsen Memorial Fund through the Hawai`i Community Foundation.

Leadership Kaua`i is now accepting applications for its 2008-2009 Annual Leadership Program for adults (due July 7) and Pi`ina Hoku (Stars that Rise), a youth leadership program for teens who will be high school juniors next year (June 13 ). Both programs will begin in August 2008. Download the Pi`ina Hoku application here.

Next to graduate on Friday, June 20th is our adult class of 2008. This year’s graduation will be held at the Sheraton Kaua`i, in Po`ipu. Please join us in celebration of our students year in leadership and community service. RSVP by June 13th at 246-8727.
Click here for Applications for the annual leadership program for the class of 2009.

During my junior year in high school, I participated in the 2006-2007 Youth Leadership Kauai Program. My youth leadership class comprised the inaugural year for Leadership Kauai. Upon my acceptance in the program, I became a bit nervous because I knew that there were many unfamiliar faces participating in Leadership Kauai that were outside of my peer group at Kauai High School. Upon my own self analysis, I realized that I needed to reach outside of my comfort zone and participate in something that would grow me into an island leader, a participating citizen, and a thoughtful young adult. No other high school program afforded me these comprehensive opportunities. Now, nearly a year after I graduated from Leadership Kauai, I realize that the program offered everything that I sought and presented a platform for me to better understand the importance of three core concepts: Respect, Teamwork, and Responsibility.

Through the program experience, my interpretation of the word respect grew. As a 16 year old, I realized that I inadvertently narrowed my world by limiting my relationships to people who were involved in activities and sports that were close to my value set. Leadership Kauai brought a very diverse group together with the only common goal being our interest in the opportunities that this program provided. Whereas I came from a strong nuclear family with supportive parents, I realized that some of the other participants did not have as secure a base as I did, yet their unique characteristics allowed me to expand my point of view and appreciate who they are and their distinctive circumstances. Leadership Kauai required all of us to be vulnerable as we shared some of our inner most insecurities, stories, and thoughts. I recall one day on the west side where we were all asked to listen to each other as we shared experiences one person at a time. The exercise would have been difficult had we all not expanded our view of respect. From that day forward respect requires that I remain inclusive, responsive, supportive, and forever a good listener.

Teamwork was an everyday occurrence at Leadership Kauai. We were only as strong as the collective group. The benefits of understanding teamwork were best depicted in our volunteer project. Our group commitment to teamwork allowed us to take an eye sore of a facility, Kapa’a Skate Park, and recreate it into a beautiful community asset. Not one of us alone could have accomplished what we did as a group. Our efforts remain today as a useful place for the island’s youth to skateboard, and a memory for me that symbolizes the epitome of teamwork.

A requirement of Leadership Kauai participation was responsibility. We all needed to have faith in each other, knowing that our exercises and projects required our individual and collective input. Our commitment to being responsible to one another ran deep. Discussions were open and demanded that we each trust and care for each other. Exercises in responsibility were also learned in the field where we each protected and assisted each other in challenging acts that tested our commitment to one another.

Leadership Kauai’s strong impression on me made it the primary focus of my college application essay. Rather than selecting a pre-assigned topic, I chose to expound on the virtues of the program and how it provided impactful lessons that I will use throughout my life. It is not often where an enthusiastic group of youth come together to grow and solve issues. A classroom discussion in AP History or AP English does not afford the latitude that Leadership Kauai does. I believe that expression in a safe and secure environment for youth is critically needed on Kauai, and Leadership Kauai answers this calling. I will carry the lessons learned with me and seek to share the same as I move further into adulthood.

Back to Top 3. Community Projects 2008 This year members of the Pi‘ina Hoku (Stars that Rise) 2008 Youth Program committed to “Operation: Restore Polihale”, a community project that comes at a much needed time and has included cleaning of the campground and bathroom areas.

The Adult and Youth Leadership Kauai students have undergone a joint community outreach project working with Wayne Souza from the department of Parks and Recreation that will help restore Polihale Beach Park. They have worked diligently with the state to fix the road in to Polihale as well as restore water service to the area. They have completed three work days where they painted, cleaned and added fixtures to the restrooms, painted and cleared the brush around pavilions. They have recently completed their last day on May 18^th, 2008 where they restored the BBQ Pits and installed vehicle barriers as well as finished the painting and fixture installation for the main restroom. They group has decided to have a yearly event where they try to upkeep their work and help maintain the beauty of Polihale State Park.

Back to Top 4. Leadership Kauai Introduces New Program On June 18th, Leadership Kaua`i will enlist 20 students, ages 16-18 years of age to begin a series of classes focused on identifying career and lifestyle directions. In partnership with the Office of Economic Development and Kaua`i Community College, Leadership Kaua`i intends to deliver a monthly class dedicated to building skills neccessary to succeed in our workforce. “We want to see our youth remain on our island and prosper. With the right direction and support we hope to mentor each student into their field of interest.” said Director of Operations, Lynn Lewis. At the completion of this career and work readiness course, students will be matched with professionals to further investigate and gain knowledge to become successful in their careers.

Call for Mentors and Internships

Leadership Kaua`i would like to identify a pool of mentors and internship opportunities for our youth participants. The youth program incorporates career direction, development and job shadowing opportunities as often as possible. With the current Alumni and leaders we’ve developed in our community, we believe it is possible to find good matches to youth career interests. If you would like more information, are willing to mentor or if your employer offers internships for high school students, please email Lynn Lewis, lynn@leadershipkauai.org.

Back to Top 5. Philanthropy In MotionLeadership Kaua`i has experienced huge growth within the first half of 2008 and we would like to thank our growing ohana of supporters for the many sponsorships, donations, and in-kind support we have recieved to invest in our future Kaua`i leaders. At the recent Norwegian Cruiseline fundraiser this past May, Leadership Kaua`i managed to raise over $56,000 thanks to the many supporters that attended the gala. We would like to recognize the list of donors below who contributed to the success of this event.

Most recently Leadership Kauai recieved grant donations from Bank of Hawai`i, S.W Wilcox Foundation, Kaua`i United Way, A & B Foundation and $20,000 from Tom and Bonnie McCloskey. “As members of the founders group, Bonnie and I are delighted to support Leadership Kaua`i,” said Tom McCloskey. ” We believe in the programs mission to ensure future leadership for Kaua`i. Mason Chock is doing a fine job leading the organization with dedication, energy and effective momentum. We are honored to sponsor Leadership Kaua`i and look forward to its continued success.

Leadership Kauai instructor, Bill Cathers with the McCloskeys.
Kirk Nakamoto and Sonia Topenio from Bank of Hawai`i
present a check to Leadership Kaua`i.

Over the last three years Leadership Kauai has graduated 76 outstanding leaders to serve our island community’s future needs. We currently have 20 Adult participants in our 2008 leadership program. Seventeen youth have recently graduated on Sunday April 26^th at Gaylords in Kilohana and our Adult class is scheduled to graduate on Friday, June 20^th 2008 at the Sheraton Kaua’i Resort. Mahalo for helping build a brighter future for our people and our island.

October 2008

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1. Leadership Kaua`i Class of 2009

Leadership Kaua`i is pleased to present 19 Pi`ina Hoku Youth Leadership and 22 Adult Leadership participants representing the class of 2008-2009.

Pi`ina Hoku Youth Leadership Program

Click to enlarge

2. Tee Off To Support Kaua`i

Leadership Kaua’i in partnership with Kaua’i United Way is collaborating to support a fundraising golf tournament on Saturday November 1st, 2008 at the Prince Golf Course. Net proceeds from this event will benefit the continuance of Leadership Kaua’i and Kaua’i United Way programs.

Your donation of individual or team prizes, cash contributions, a Platinum, Gold, Silver or Bronze tee sponsorship or sponsoring a team of four for the tournament at $125.00 per person would be greatly appreciated.

Platinum Sponsor: $1,000-Entry for two (4 person) teams, banner (provided by sponsor) at awards reception, mention in program, mention in mahalo advertisement and sign on tee of choice.

Gold Sponsor: $750-Entry for one (4 person) team, banner (provided by sponsor) at awards reception, mention in program, mention in mahalo advertisement and sign on tee of choice.

Silver Sponsor: $500-Mention in program, mention in mahalo advertisement and sign on tee.

Bronze Sponsor: $250-Sign on course.

HELP US SWING INTO 2009…….JOIN US!!

Saturday, November 1st, 2008 at the Prince Golf Course

Format: 4-Person scramble

Minimum 3 drives per player

20% of combined handicap

Maximum handicap: men 28 & women 36

Entry Fees: $125 per player includes: fantastic pupu reception, door prizes, green fees, closest to the pin prizes and cart fees

Mulligans: Mulligans will be sold for $5 each at registration. Limit 5 mulligans per player

ENTRY DEADLINE: October 24^th, 2008

All proceeds benefit Leadership Kaua’i & Kaua’i United Way Programs.

For more information contact: Alana Brun 639-1708, alana@leadershipkauai.org

****Click on the link below to access the registration sheet and sponsorship form.

Golf Tournament Registration Form

Golf Sponsorship Letter

3. LK Launches Ka Ulu Pono Career Program

Leadership Kaua`i is excited to announce the start of Ka Ulu Pono, a career awareness program aimed at reinforcing Kaua`i’s six economic industry clusters determined by the Office of Economic Development. In an effort to reach as many in-school projects as possible, Leadership Kaua`i has committed to serving a total of seven in-school projects representing each of the six industry clusters and two additional high tech classes. The in-school projects representing Ka Ulu Pono this fiscal year are as follows:

Kapa`a high school aquaculture project, food and agriculture industry
Kapa`a high school health and wellness project, health and wellness industry
Kaua`i high school east project, high technology industry
Kaua`i high school bio-diesel project, renewable energy industry
Island school first robotics project, high technology industry
Island school dive club project, sports and recreation industry
Waimea high school underwater ROV project, high technology industry

A total of $5,600 will be granted to each class to complete their project. To support each industries growth, investment into leadership and career development, industry guest speakers, and industry tours will be an aspect of the Ka Ulu Pono program.

We are pleased to announce the addition of Leadership Kaua`i’s new Program Director, Brenda Jose. Brenda is a Leadership Kaua`i alumni from the class of 2008. Her new role as Program Director for Leadership Kaua`i enables her to provide services and support that can enrich Youth Career Awareness programs within our high schools and more.

4. September 2008 Donor Recognition Spotlight

Leadership Kaua`i would not be possible without our “Ohana of Support.” We gratefully acknowledge and thank the following individuals and organizations for their donations to continue our mission.

Mahalo nui loa to you…

	Mark Hubbard for his unrestricted donation of $3,000.
	Kuku`iula Development Company Hawai`i LLC for their unrestricted donation of $2,500.
	Kaua`i Visitors Bureau for their $1,000 Pi`ina Hoku (Stars that Rise) Youth Leadership scholarships, KVB binders, and $10,000 towards Adult Leadership scholarships and public address system equipment.
	Annie Sinclair Knudsen Fund of the Hawai`i Community Foundation for their grant award in the amount of $10,000 supporting the Pi`ina Hoku (Stars that Rise) Youth Leadership Program.
	Visitor Industry Charity Walk for their grant award in the amount of $2,000 to support Leadership Kaua`i. Below, Leadership Kaua`i staff accept their grant award at the Grand Hyatt Charity Walk Mahalo Party on September 30, 2008. Above: Matt Humphreys-2008 VICW Chairperson for Kaua`i, Alana Brun-Marketing Coordinator, Mason Chock-Executive Director, Lynn Lewis-Director of Operations, George Costa-Hawaii Hotel & Lodging (HHLA) – Kaua`i Chapter President

5. New Term For New Board of Directors And “Leaders”

The success of every non-profit is largely due to the huge commitment volunteer board directors contribute to in overseeing an organizations’ and community initiatives. Leadership Kaua`i has received overwhelming support from the community and we are thankful Kaua`i recognizes the need to fill our boards and commissions with inspired, educated and committed leaders.

Leadership Kaua`i would like to welcome our new 2008-2009 board directors, Diana Shaw, Kirk Nakamoto and Nathan Wood. Also welcomed is our new Vice President/Treasurer, Janet Mayfield. They join an esteemed group of supporters that continue to serve the needs of our growing organization. See the listing of Leadership Kaua`i’s board below.

Board of Directors 2008-2009

Mark Hubbard, PresidentHuman Resource Consultant 2420 Kanio Street, Lihu`e, HI 96766 (808) 639-4746; markhubbard@hawaiiantel.net	Nathan WoodTrex Hawaii LLC., Director of Operations 3038 Aukele St., Lihu`e, HI 96766 (808) 245-6465; nwood@trexhawaii.com

Janet Mayfield, Vice President/Treasurer The National Tropical Botanical Garden, COO & CFO 3530 Papalina Road Kalaheo, HI 96741 (808) 332-7324 x244; jmayfield@ntbg.org	Diana Shaw, PhD, MPH, MBA Hawai`i Small Business Development Center Network 3-1901 Kaumuali`i Highway Lihu`e, HI 96766 (808) 241-3148; diana.shaw@hawaii-sbdc.org

Char Ravelo, Secretary Inspiration, A Journal Inc., President P.O. Box 3211, Lihu`e, HI 96766 (808) 652-4328; char@inspirationjournal.com	Kirk Nakamoto Bank of Hawai`i, Vice President & Kauai Regional Manager 4455 Rice Street, Lihu`e, HI 96766 (808) 855-2760; kirk.nakamoto@boh.com

Michael J. Murakoshi First Hawaiian Bank Senior VP, Kaua`i Regional Supervisor 4423 Rice Street, Lihu`e, HI 96766 (808) 632-2940; mmurakoshi@fhb.com	Marissa Sandblom Grove Farm Company, Incorporated, Vice President P.O. Box 662069, Lihu`e, HI 96766 (808) 245-3678 x223; msandblom@grovefarm.com

Roger Cable Senter Petroleum, Inc., General Manager 3011 Aukele Street, Lihu`e, HI 96766 (808) 245-1911; rbcable@senterkauai.com	Puna Dawson 3408 Eono Street, Lihu`e, HI 96766 (808) 241-7862 Cell: (808) 652-3811; punadaws@hawaiiantel.net

In addition to the new board of directors, Leadership Kauai has formed a “Leaders” advisory designation for supportive individuals who continue to serve Leadership Kaua`i in all of its endeavors.

LEADERS

Jim O`Connor

O`Connor Realty
4244 Kilauea Road, Kilauea, HI 96754
(808) 828-1464; joc@oconnor-hawaii.com

Richard Holtzman

Kukui`ula Development Company Hawaii, President
P.O. Box 280, Koloa, HI 96756
(808) 742-6304; dholtzman@dmbinc.com

Randall Francisco

Kaua`i Chamber of Commerce, President
P.O. Box 1969, Lihu`e, HI 96766
Phone: (808) 245-7363; randall@kauaichamber.org

Barbara Curl

Kauai Aloha Foundation, Founder and President
P.O Box 223444, Kaua`i, Hawai`i 96722
Phone: (808) 826-4242; barbara@kauai-aloha.org

Imai Aiu

County of Kauai, Deputy Planning Director
4706 Haleilio Rd. Kapa`a, HI 96746
Phone: (808) 651-7145; iaiu@kauai.gov

January 2009

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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:

Adam Asquith, University of Hawai`i Sea Grant
Bill Cowern, CEO, Hawaiian Mahogany
Randy Hee, President & CEO, Kaua`i Island Utility Cooperative
Glenn Sato, Energy Coordinator, County of Kaua’i
Dr. Paul Zorner, President & CEO, Hawai`i BioEnergy

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:

What do you consider to be the greatest challenges in achieving your energy goals and objectives?
What kinds of solutions do you think should be pursued to address Kaua`i’s energy future?
In July of 2008, oil cost $147 a barrel, it went below $40 a barrel in December. Gasoline and electricity no longer seem to be as great a problem for many consumers. What advice would you give to government officials on continuing to pursue a sustainable energy future for Kaua`i?
Not all people will agree with each and every proposed energy project. How do you recommend arriving at a balanced outcome that serves the greatest good to the broadest set of communities on Kaua`i?
With the Island of Kauai burdened with a debt of over 200 million dollars on the power production and distribution system now in place, how do we overcome this debt and move to non fossil fuel energy production without increasing the burden of this cost to the average citizen?
With so many groups/companies wanting to produce some kind of sustainable energy – whether it be wind, solar, bio, hydro, etc. – what is your basis for selecting the right fit and size for KIUC?

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:

How the community of Kaua`i can ensure that that plan represents their hopes, desires, and long-term vision?
What roles LK participants and graduates can play in that plan?
How every person can be actively involved in the County Sustainability Energy Plan and/or helping the plan come to fruition?

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:

Mason Chock
Lynn Lewis
Kazuo Senda
Janet Mayfield
Neal Hosaka
G.N. Yoon
Robert Teichman
Claire Alfiler
Lynn McCrory
Millie Ah Hee

Ralph & Annabelle Clark
Michiye Funaku
Kaname & Mitsue Kataoka
Lyle & Vianne Tabata
Stanley & Suzanne Fiorito
Darren & Kirstie Kashima
Stuart & Mika Hollinger
Wallace & Barbara Isoda
Epifania M. Domingo
Michael & Diane Horita
Philip & Karen Wood

Program Sponsorships

Hanalei Gourmet
Kaua`i Island Utility Cooperative
Contemporary Flavors Catering

In-Kind Donors

Clancy Doorsh
Ron Morin
Hale Halawai
Island School
Ginger Bray
Chef Richard Dias
Waimea Plantation Cottages
Mike Wallace, The Professionals
Craig Ulrich, Shenanigans
Ray Blouin, ResortQuest Makaiwa
Ernie Barreira, Deputy Chief Court Administrator
Dr. Paul Zorner, Ph.D., President & CEO, Hawai`i BioEnergy

Speakers & Facilitators

Tom Clements
Kathy Williams
Claurino Bueno
Janice Chun
Stella Burgess
Puna Dawson
William Cathers
Dr. Betty Clayborne
Kaua`i Team Challenge
Sheriff Buddy Franklin
Councilmember Tim Bynum
Councilmember Jay Furfaro
Councilmember Dickie Chang
Judge Randal G.B. Valenciano
Representative Hermina Morita
Tom Cooper, General Dynamics
Peter Apo, The Peter Apo Company
Char Ravelo, Inspiration Journal
Sue Kanoho, Kaua`i Visitors Bureau
Dick Holtzman, Kukuiula Development
Ted Chihara & the Mock Trial Team
Steve Morales, Kamehameha Scholars Counselor
Stacy Sproat, Executive Director, Waipa Foundation
Randy Francisco, President, Kaua`i Chamber of Commerce
Kimo Chun, Kamehameha Scholars Program Coordinator
John Martin, Parks Permitting & Security Coordinator, County of Kaua`i
Elton Ushio, Grant Coordinator, Kaua`i Civil Defense Agency
Mark B.L. Marshall, Administrator, Kaua`i Civil Defense Agency
Ezra Kanoho, Sergeant, Kaua`i Police Department
James Koshiba, Executive Director, Kanu Hawai`i
Tony Kilbert, Kaua`i Community College Performing Arts Center
Maurice Kaya, Strategic Energy and Management Consultant
Adam Asquith, Ph.D., University of Hawai`i Sea Grant
Bill Cowern, CEO, Hawaiian Mahogany
Randy Hee, President & CEO, Kaua`i Island Utility Cooperative
Glenn Sato, Energy Coordinator, County of Kaua’i
Dr. Paul Zorner, Ph.D., President & CEO, Hawai`i BioEnergy

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

April 2009

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1. Government Day for Leadership Kaua`i

Pi`ina Hoku and the Annual Adult Leadership program both held their government day programs during this first quarter legislative session with new leadership at the helm of government at the national and local level. Activities included a presentation on how to advocate for legislation through writing effective testimony and how to track bills. Students also heard from County Council members and LK class of 2005 Mayor Bernard Carvalho regarding the new administration’s community initiatives for the County of Kaua`i. Classes became acquainted with the Kaua`i General Plan, reviewed by County Planning Director, Ian Costa. Pi`ina Hoku students visited the Court house to learn effective public speaking tips from Performing Arts Center manager and radio personality, Tony Kilbert. Youth students also met with Judge Randall Valenciano and the Kaua`i High Mock Trial Team.

2. Leadership Kaua`i Alumni Network Luncheon

The first quarterly Leadership Kaua`i Alumni Network (LKAN) gathering was held on Thursday, February 26th at the Kaua`i Marriott Resort and Beach Club with a luncheon and guest speaker from Pacific Leadership Partners, Celine P. Nelsen. Celine’s message was motivational and energy packed. She encouraged building a shared vision and enforcing positive thinking for Leadership Kaua`i alumni in facing difficult times ahead.

The event was attended by representatives of each of the adult alumni classes of 2005, 2006, 2007, and 2008, past Executive Directors, Jay Furfaro and Tim Bynum, prospective future Leadership Kaua`i candidates, board members and donors.

LKAN (Leadership Kaua`i Alumni Network) chair and Leadership Kaua`i board director, Char Ravelo announced the monthly “think tank” and social gatherings being held on the first Tuesday of each month at 4:00 p.m at the Kaua`i Chamber of Commerce office in Lihu`e. For more information regarding upcoming alumni meetings and initiatives contact class of 2008 representative and alumni co-chair, Brenda Jose at 246-8727.

3. Donor Recognition Spotlight

We 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.

Donor Recognition Program

Leadership Kaua`i`s donor plaque honors cumulative unrestricted giving since the organization’s inception in 2003.

On February 17, 2009, Leadership Kaua`i launched its donor recognition program through the presentation of the Ilima Papa award, using specially-permitted koa from Kaua`i crafted by community volunteers (The Professionals) to the Annie Sinclair Knudsen Memorial Fund and the Hawai`i Community Foundation (HCF). The Annie Sinclair Knudsen Memorial Fund and HCF is one of five donors who meet the cumulative goals listed in the Ilima Papa category of $50,000 or more, the highest level of contribution. Their ongoing committment to Leadership Kaua`i helped launch the Pi`ina Hoku youth leadership program.

On March 13, 2009, Leadership Kaua`i’s donor recognition program honored Kukui`ula Development Co., LLC with their koa donor plaque representing the many years of commitment as a sponsoring and participating agency. At the recent development panel discussion attended by both youth and adult programs at the Princeville Clubhouse, Community Relations Manager, Gini Kapali was present to accept the recognition. Kukui`ula Development is in the Maile category, the second highest level of giving identified through the Ala Kukui (Founder’s Circle) and Ohana of Support.

On April 18, 2009, at the Pi`ina Hoku youth leadership program graduation, Leadership Kaua`i’s donor recognition program presented koa donor plaques to the County of Kaua`i and the Kaua`i Visitors Bureau (KVB). George Costa, Director of the Office of Economic Development and Sue Kanoho, Executive Director of KVB were present to accept their respective recognition. The County of Kaua`i is one of Leadership Kaua`i’s top five donors in the highest level of contribution, the Ilima Papa category of $50,000 or more and Kaua`i Visitors Bureau has earned the Palapalai category of giving. Both organizations’ support this past year has made Leadership Kaua`i’s programs possible.

Scholarship Sponsors

Kaua`i Filipino Chamber of Commerce and Princeville at Hanalei have joined together to provide the $2,000 tuition scholarship to adult leadership program participant Erika Sy of the American Cancer Society. At right: Erika Sy with Ernie Pasion (President) and Oscar Portugal (Executive Director) of the 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:

Anne Faraola
Brad Snyder
Carl & Faith Matsumura
Clifford & Gloria Nakea
Cynthia Walraven
Elizabeth Freeman
Eric A. Knudsen Trust
Faye Domingo
Fely Akama
Greg & Kalani Schredder
J. Ashley-Hollinger
Joseph & Tammy Schoniwitz
Josh Copeland
Judy Saronitman
Jun Fukada

Kahula & Celia Mahikoa
Kaitlyn Jarry
Palani Swami
Phyllis Kunimura
Poipu Plantation Resort
Sailor DeCamp
Susan Dierker
Terri Kaniho
Tom Perry
Tyler Chihara
Nathan Wood
Bernie Sakoda
Roland Sagum
Mark Hubbard

Program Sponsorships

Sheraton Kaua`i
National Tropical Botanical Garden
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards

In-Kind Donors

The Professionals
Jay Furfaro
Princeville at Hanalei
Emergency Operation Center
Kurt Toma, Big Save
Barbara Frasco, Akita Enterprise
Signature Linings
Syngenta
Clement Esaki
Valerie Nakamura
Alana’s Island Events

Kaua`i Coffee
Menehune Water
KCL Barbeque
Northshore Cleaning, LLC
Kapa`a Banana Company
Kaua`i Chocolate Company
Kaua`i Police Department, Waimea District
Kaua`i Fire Department
Kaua`i Osteopathy, Dr. Lisa Chun
Fantasy Shirts
Thomas Nizo

Speakers & Facilitators

Suzanne Marinelli
Tim Bynum, Councilmember
Dickie Chang, Councilmember
Derek Kawakami, Councilmember
Ian Costa
Mayor Bernard Carvalho
Chipper Wichman, CEO & Director, National Tropical Botanical Garden
Celine P. Nelsen, President, Pacific Leadership Partners
Kēhaulani Kekua
`Aikāne Alapa`i
Imai Aiu, Director of the Planning Department, County of Kaua`i
Ted Blake, Community Advocate
Eugene Jimenez, Director of Housing Agency, County of Kaua`i
Gini Kapali, Community Relations Manager, Kukui`ula Development Co. LLC
Michelle Swartman, Project Manager, Grove Farm Company, Inc.
Diane Zachary, President & CEO of KPAA
Noland Conjugacion
Frank Palikiko Yadovich
Tom Lodico
Stacy Sproat, Executive Director, Waipa Foundation
Puna Dawson
Mark Hubbard
Janet Mayfield

4. Collaborative Leadership Development Effort

19 Juniors from Pi`ina Hoku teamed up with 23 Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) students for Leadership Kaua`i’s final youth retreat of its third annual youth class. The combined efforts between the Rotary clubs of Kaua`i and Leadership Kaua`i provided a great venue for peer mentoring, team building, problem solving, building consensus, and social competencies to be developed during the three day retreat. In addition, students focused on goal setting, visioning, career planning and mock interviews. “After discussions between myself and Executive Director, Mason Chock, it became apparent that RYLA and Leadership Kaua`i’s Pi`ina Hoku program was delivering similar messages and content through our own respective camps. We saw it as a mutual benefit to both programs to partner on this initiative,” said Kaua`i Rotary member and RYLA camp coordinator, Tom Lodico, “We are very happy with the collaborative effort. Pi`ina Hoku students get to put into practice the leadership skills that they have attained throughout their 10 month tenure with Leadership Kaua`i with their peers,” said Program Director Brenda Jose.

One of the retreat days at the Waipa Foundation fronting Hanalei Bay, Noland Conjugacion and Frank Palakiko Yagodich taught students how to use their innate extra sensory systems to build sensitivity to their environment, each other and the needs of the collective through the Native Tracking Project. This interactive presentation covered the diversity of cultures that we are all connected with, as people of the planet.

The combined camp concluded with a presentation of a RYLA course certificate. Pi`ina Hoku graduated its 19 high school juniors on Saturday, April 19th at the Kaua`i Marriott Resort & Beach Club Kaua`i Ballroom. The 23 RYLA students, comprised of mostly high school sophomores, are now being sought out as candidates for Pi`ina Hoku’s class of 2010.

5. Class of 2009 Pi`ina Hoku Graduation

After investing 10 months of their energy into leadership development, our 19 juniors from Pi`ina Hoku class of 2009 representing schools throughout Kaua`i are ready to go forth into the community and make Kaua`i a better place to live. On Saturday, April 18th, the Pi`ina Hoku graduation commencement took place at the Kaua`i Marriott Resort and Beach Club Kaua`i Ballroom. Students shared their experiences and gained knowledge with friends, family and Leadership Kaua`i supporters.

Click here to watch an archived web stream of the

Pi`ina Hoku Graduation on Hawaii Stream!

From left front: Natasha Abadilla, Nicole Caballero, Windy Check, Alyssa Clark, Sherri Cubangbang,

Sarah Faraola, Jessica Gardien, Kahai Hosaka. Back row: Jason Iloreta, Chloe Kauakahi, Kyle Lee, Sean Mamaclay,

Levi Miyashiro, Lynsi Nakamura, Seri Niimi-Burch, Savanna Sussman, Junnel Udaundo, Marvin Woods

As we end another great year in leadership, we are already preparing for our next group of leadership students. The staff at Leadership Kaua`i have been actively recruiting for next year’s participants through presentations at each of our island schools. We are seeking a diverse group of high school juniors with varying backgrounds, perspectives and interests with a passion for Kaua`i and service within the community. If you or anyone you know are interested in participating in next year’s program, please download our application by clicking on the link below or contacting our office at (808) 246-8727.

For the Pi`ina Hoku Youth Leadership Program application, click here

For the Annual Adult Leadership Program application, click here

6. Pi`ina Hoku 2009 Community Project

Pi`ina Hoku youth leadership class of 2009 held their community project “Follow our Future Leaders” fun run benefit on Saturday, April 11th. This year’s class chose to raise funds towards youth program scholarships for next year. Over 80 runners came out early Saturday morning to participate in a 2k and 5k run.

$2,500 was raised to support scholarships for next year’s youth leadership students that will help to ensure a diverse representation of all schools and backgrounds.

To view the fun run through Hawaii Stream Live Web Broadcasting, click here.

Acknowledgment goes out to all event sponsors including Kurt Toma of Big Save, Menehune Water, Signature Linings, Kaua`i Coffee, Barbara Frasco from Akita Enterprise, Syngenta, Kapa`a Banana Company, Northshore Cleaning LLC, Kaua`i Fire Department, Kaua`i Police Department – Waimea Substation, Kaua`i Osteopathy – Dr. Lisa Chun, Kaua`i Chocolate Company, Fantasy Shirts and Thomas Nizo. Mahalo to Rodney Martin and Basil Scott from Waimea high school track, parent volunteers, LK alumni, and LK board members. Thanks to all who came out early for the healthy activity supporting our future leaders.

Special thanks to Sheraton Kaua`i for the support of this year’s four Leadership Kaua`i community projects through a $5,000 donation.

October 2009

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1. Introducing Our New Classes and Board Members

Annual Adult Class of 2010

On Thursday, August 13, 2009, Leadership Kaua`i launched its sixth annual adult leadership class of 2010 that includes 20 diverse participants representing all corners of our island with respect to backgrounds, professions, and cultures. The participants were surprised with guest speaker Lt. Governor Duke Aiona who shared some of his leadership experiences, inspiring them as they embark on their journey with Leadership Kaua`i.

Front row: Maile Carvalho, Russell Fu, Kymi Sakai, Tom Clements, Lynn Lewis (Director of Operations,) Mason Chock (Executive Director,) Brenda Jose (Program Director,) Debbie Santiago, Kerri Villa, Marla Suga, Josh Copeland. Back row: Colleen Ka`imina`auao, Jade Battad, Tricia Yamashita, Thomas Nizo, Darlene Muraoka, Galen Alvarez, Allison Toma, Scott Sato, Pam Chock, Reiko Yoshida, Daryl Edwards, Brianne Shiroma

Pi`ina Hoku Class of 2010

Leadership Kaua`i is also pleased to announce the launch of its fourth Pi`ina Hoku Youth Leadership Program year, kicking it off with an opening weekend retreat from August 21-23, 2009 at Camp Sloggett in Koke`e. The cross-section of 20 youth participants join together from public (Kaua`i High school, Kapa`a High school, Waimea High school), private (Island school) and even home school backgrounds.

Front row: Mehana Rietow, Tori Waialeale-Battad, Kyle McDonald, Kellie Kurasaki, Lindsay Wong. Center row: Christen Wilson, Melanie Mendoza, Kevin Macadangdang, Amber Duldulao, Jomar Morden, Jaylen Moniz. Back row: Josh Quinlan, Kekoa Kahaunaele, Kaitlyn Jarry, Gabriel Abrams, McStephens Balisa, Rachel Coyaso, Beau Acoba, Adriana Medeiros. Not present, John Delos Santos.

During the retreat, youth participants engaged in a stewardship project to help eradicate invasive kahili ginger growing in Koke`e. As a group, they have elected to collaborate on “KEEP” standing for Kaua`i Energy Education Project as their yearlong community service project. The project will have three components including an energy school survey, an energy resource Website (www.keeproject.org) and personal energy analysis conducted by each Pi`ina Hoku student. The findings of their personal energy analysis will be reported for general awareness and education on their Website.

The youth bonded throughout the weekend while learning leadership practices, self awareness, cultural awareness and team building with Leadership Kaua`i’s staff as well as having the opportunity to hear from guest speakers including Katie Cassel, Marsha Erickson, and Tim Bynum on topics such as conservation on Kaua`i, Queen Emma’s travels to Koke`e and leadership through adversity, and Kaua`i’s challenges.

As the year progresses, Leadership Kaua`i’s goals include fostering and nurturing these young adult leaders into the future with a raised awareness of the environment, sense of place, community service, career path, employment opportunities and resource networks with professionals on our island. We have found that the majority of our youth participants’ intention is to return to Kaua`i and call it their home as returning professionals entering the workforce upon their return from off island education.

Leadership Kaua`i is focused on bridging Kaua`i’s needs with local resources by fostering qualified, effective, motivated and culturally sensitive individuals who share a commitment to create a meaningful future for all. This dedicated cadre of leaders are aimed at building a healthy community while being conscious of the environment, by networking viable resources, and solidifying a prosperous future which is inclusive of everyone. The many programs that Leadership Kaua`i offers intend to fill the infrastructure of our communities, businesses and homes with people who will be responsible for expanding and balancing opportunities while laying the foundation for the future of our island.

The time is now to step up and lead in a direction that we build bridges to each other, collaboratively committing to positive socio-economic change and investing in a future that considers our lifestyle, values and service to the world. Our message is to spread the opportunity for individual and collective growth for a future that will benefit all.

New Leadership Kaua`i Board Directors

Four new board of directors join a dedicated group of individuals who donate their time to see the mission of Leadership Kaua`i succeed. They are:

	Claurino Bueno Kauai Island Utility Cooperative		Shannon Ladd Sheraton Kaua`i
	Kurt Matsumoto Kukuiula Development, LLC.		Leland Tottori Pacific Missile Range Facility

Click here to view a full listing of Leadership Kaua`i’s board of directors and leaders.

Special mahalo to board director, Janet Mayfield for her service on the board. Our prayers and blessings go out to Christy Mayfield and the Mayfield `ohana.

2. Adult Class of 2009 Graduation

Twenty-one students of the Leadership Kaua`i Adult Class of 2009 proudly took the stage after ten months of dedication and training, to be recognized for their successful participation and completion in this year’s leadership program. The graduation ceremony was held at the Kaua`i Marriott Resort & Beach Club on Friday, June 19, 2009 with a little more than a hundred family members, co-workers and community supporters present to witness their accomplishments. Keynote speaker, Former Governor George Ariyoshi addressed the group and shared his philosophies on leadership during tough economic times.

A first for Leadership Kaua`i graduates, was a special certificate of recognition made to each student on behalf of Senator Gary Hooser, and the Senate of the Twenty-fifth Legislature of the State of Hawai`i, who acknowledged them for their willingness to serve their community and home island. Students presented the outcomes of their community projects that included Da Zone – Teen Events, Got Drug Awareness?, Special Needs Shelter and Waipa Ahupua`a: Educational Project.

3. Donor Recognition Spotlight

Donor Recognition Program

We thank and recognize recent donors who continue to support Leadership Kaua`i:

Sheraton Kaua`i, Grove Farm, KOA Trading, KIUC, Princeville at Hanalei, Central Pacific Bank, Chevron, Senter Petroleum, First Hawaiian Bank, Foodland Give Aloha Program, Visitor Industry Charity Walk, Hawai`i Pacific Health, Kawailoa Development LLC and Bank of Hawai`i:

Scholarship Sponsors

This year the Kaua`i Filipino Chamber of Commerce graciously provided a $2,500 tuition scholarship to adult leadership program participant Galen Alvarez.

Over the past five years, the Filipino Chamber of Commerce has sponsored a total of eight students to attend Leadership Kaua`i’s annual adult leadership program. Leadership Kaua`i is pleased at the continued partnership established with the Filipino Chamber of Commerce to foster leadership for the future of our island. A recent donor plaque was presented to Filipino Chamber Executive Director, Oscar Portugal and President, Ernie Pasion at their recent annual chamber meeting.

Program Sponsorships

Sheraton Kaua`i

Senator Gary Hooser

Kaua`i Community College OCET

1 Bag Poe Catering

YWCA – Camp Sloggett

Kaua`i Team Challenge

Waipa Foundation

Kaua`i Chamber of Commerce

In-Kind Donors

The Professionals

Mark’s Place

Ron Morin

Princeville Golf Clubhouse

Keoki’s Paradise

Speakers & Facilitators

Craig Haptonstall

Former Governor George Ariyoshi

Sheryl Grady

Claurino Bueno

Lt. Governor Duke Aiona

Tim Bynum

Katie Cassel

Marsha Erickson

Diane Zachary

Celine P. Nelsen

Laura Burman

Kaili Chandler

Volunteers

Becky & Paul Sialana

Deborah Daily

Nani Sadora

Tammy Puu

Elizabeth Caberto

Kalei Sadora

Uakea Jose

Tierra Teter

Cheri Sarme

Shannon Ladd

Tammy Quinlan

Matt Takata

Mrs. Kurasaki

Fran Becker

Char Ravelo

George Costa

Lorna Poe

Shawn Hosaka

4. Ka Ulu Pono

The goal of expanding viable career opportunities for Kaua`i’s youth, in addition to showcasing eight in-school projects who are currently mobilized towards this direction, was the original idea behind the Ka Ulu Pono Career Awareness Conference. On Thursday, May 14, 2009, at the Kaua`i Marriott Resort & Beach Club, Leadership Kaua’i hosted this event with a total of two-hundred thirty-nine (239) students from various schools on the island. Through exhibits and on-stage presentations, students from each of our eight in-school projects were able to share the work they accomplished over the past school year. Support from more than twenty organizations who represented industries of food & agriculture, health & wellness, high technology, renewable energy, arts & culture and sports & recreation were on-hand at exhibit tables to network with the students and share information regarding their industry.

In-school projects directly involved with the Ka Ulu Pono Career Awareness program for the 2008-2009 school year were Island School Scuba, Kapa`a High School Health Services Pathway, Kapa`a High School Workforce Readiness – Aquaculture, Kaua`i High School EAST, Kaua`i High School Biodiesel Car, Kaua`i Island First Robotics, Kawaikini New Century Public Charter School and Waimea High School ROV.

The Leadership Kaua`i Alumni Network (LKAN) continues to meet on the first Tuesday of every month at the conference room of the Kaua`i Chamber of Commerce – 4pm. Representatives from each class attend this meeting to receive updates on Leadership Kaua`i programs, events and needs. After each meeting, the class representatives share these updates with their fellow classmates. As a way to stay connected, LKAN quarterly gatherings were hosted by the Class of 2006 in July at Kalapaki Joe’s and the Class of 2007 in October at Puakea Golf Clubhouse. The next LKAN quarterly gathering will be hosted by the Class of 2008 in January 2010. All LKAN quarterly gatherings are open to Leadership Kaua`i Alumni, Board Members and extended `ohana.

6. Big Brothers Big Sisters Partnership

This school year, Leadership Kaua`i is partnering with Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Kaua`i to deliver an afterschool mentoring program. Kapa`a middle school students have the opportunity to be a part of the Hawai`i Uplink “Holomua” program and Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Kaua`i simultaneously. The program entails Kapa`a high school students serving in mentoring relations as “Bigs” with middle school aged youth or “Littles.” On two Wednesdays of each month, Leadership Kaua`i conducts the mentoring program on behalf of Big Brothers and Big Sisters. Leadership Kaua`i’s curriculum offers life skills building and career exploration within their bi-monthly program.

Pictured here, Kapa`a high school Freshman, Kellee (Big) and Maile (Little), present their fort built on their selected value “Respect.”

7. Leadership Kaua`i Golf Tournament

The Princeville at Hanalei’s Prince Golf Course played host to the Leadership Kaua`i benefit golf tournament on Saturday, August 15, 2009 for the second consecutive year. On a beautiful Saturday morning, golfers made their way to the North Shore for a day filled with fun, in addition to some wind-related challenges, indicative to the character of the Prince Course. A two man scramble proved victorious for the dynamic duo of Shaun Keep and John Giles who walked away with the grand prize package of two-night stays at Waimea Plantation Cottages and Kauai Marriott Resort & Beach Club, Captain Andy’s Napali Sail & Snorkel and Kaua`i Backcountry Adventures Zipline Tours. Not only did they place first in the golf tournament, but Shaun Keep also won the Grand Prize Happy Ticket giveaway of a two-night stay at the YWCA Camp Sloggett Lodge and gift certificates to Ishihara Market. Golfers Gordon Muramaru, Mitch Keep, Tom Cooper and Corey Nakamura each won prizes for being closest to the pin on select holes.

An outpouring of support came from the local businesses and private donors including All Kaua`i Cleaning, Captain Andy’s, Casa Di Amici, Costco, Gaylord’s at Kilohana, Grove Farm, Holoholo Charters, Hukilau Lanai, Ishihara Market, Kaha Lani, Kaua`i Kookie Co., Kaua`i Backcountry Adventures, Kaua`i Marriott & Beach Club, KCFCU, Na Pali Explorer, No Ka Oi Landscape Services, Oceanic Time Warner Cable, Princeville at Hanalei, Princeville Health Club & Spa, Senter Petroleum, Smith’s Motor Boat Service, Inc., Spa Makaiwa, Waimea Plantation Cottages and YWCA.

Sponsoring holes for the tournament were Grand Hyatt Kaua`i, Soul Construction, Big Save, Derek Kawakami, Daryl Kaneshiro, KIUC, Niu Pia Land Co., Eric Knudsen Trust, Ink Spot, First Hawaiian Bank, Kaua`i Foreign Cars, Kaua`i Team Challenge, King Auto Center, Kukui`ula Development, PS&D, Randall Francisco and Restaurant Kintaro.

Proceeds from this benefit golf tournament will go towards Leadership Kaua`i Youth and Adult programs.

8. Leadership in Action

The Waipa Ahupua`a: Educational Project team from the Adult Class of 2009 just completed another stage of their community project! The restoration day was covered in the Princeville newsletter.

Over the past year, the Garden Island Newspaper has provided a leadership column series for our alumni, board, and staff to provide their insights and share their leadership experiences. Here is a list of the articles printed to date for your reading and reference.

A Tribute to our Heroes

Affecting Positive Change

Bridging Generations

Cultural Leadership

Finding Success Through Your Best Critics

Leaders Choose the Righ t Tool

Leadership and Kuleana

Leadership in Balance

Model the Way

The Need to Fit In

The Unintentional Leader

We Are All Leaders