09/26/2026
This week, I attended the Hawaii Tourism Authority’s 2026 Conference at the Hilton Hawaiian Village.
This conference brings together industry leaders and partners from across the state to discuss the future of tourism and Hawaii. Topics include the use of artificial intelligence, residential sentiment, environmental protections, and more. The conference is also an opportunity to recognize legacy events and their contributions to our community.
During the conference, members of the Hawaii Hotel Alliance signed a Memorandum of Agreement with the State’s Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT), reinforcing their commitment to buying local first whenever and wherever possible. The partnership aligns with Act 237, which establishes the Food and Product Innovation Network.
This is one way the tourism industry is reinvesting in our community.