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Department of Accounting and General Services hires its first Communications Officer, Diane Ako
The state Department of Accounting and General Services (DAGS) has hired its first Communications Officer. Diane Ako, most recently of KITV4 (Hawaiʻi ABC affiliate), came on board in November. Ako brings 25 years of newscasting experience and four years of public relations background to this job. State Comptroller Keith Regan (formerly of Maui) leads DAGS.
Maui Hotel & Lodging Association executive director honored with multiple accolades
Lisa Paulson, executive director of the Maui Hotel & Lodging Association, has been honored with top industry recognitions, including Hospitality Executive of the Year by Pacific Edge magazine.
“It’s Not About You!” Public Relations Workshop
The workshop entitled, “Impactful Public Relations: It’s Not About You,” will cover how to research, implement and plan public relations programs.
Maui’s Gilbert & Associates Advertising is a “10”
In its annual Book of Lists, Pacific Business News has ranked Gilbert & Associates, a Maui-based advertising firm, as the 10th largest advertising agency in the state.
News Reporter Botticelli to Lead Hawaiian Airlines Communications
Hawaiian Airlines announced today the appointment of communications executive and former news reporter Ann Botticelli to the post of senior vice president for corporate communications and public affairs.
Nominations for Hawaii PRSA Public Relations Award Now Open
By Sonia Isotov The Hawai‘i Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) is now accepting entries for the 28th annual Koa Anvil awards to recognize outstanding public relations programs and tactics throughout the islands. Established in 1983, this competition is open to all public relations professionals in Hawaii, not just PRSA members. Entries […]
