Board Chair Jen Chun promoted to distinguished postion – Director of Tourism Research for HTA

Hawaii Tourism Authority Appoints Jennifer Chun as Director of Tourism Research

Way to go Jen! PATA’s influence and insight has a strong foundation in the board members who donate incredible time and effort to advocate for the Hawaii tourism industry. As board chair, Jen exemplifies that dedication and leadership. Mahalo Jen for everything you do.

Hawaii Tourism Authority release: Chun has been analyzing tourism data for more than 20 years. She joined HTA in 2014 as Tourism Research Manager and prior to that served for a decade as a Director at Hospitality Advisors LLC, Hawaii’s leading hotel, tourism, and real estate consulting firm. Her background also includes serving as a member of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP’s Global Hospitality & Leisure Industry Group.

Chun will lead HTA’s Tourism Research Division, which provides strategic analytical information about Hawaii tourism and conducts special research that supports State marketing and product development efforts, planning by industry partners, and policy making. HTA’s research publications help empower stakeholders to make informed decisions in support of Hawaii tourism, the State’s leading industry and largest provider of jobs.

Full release: 2017-11-20 HTA Release (17-44) Hawaii Tourism Authority Appoints Jennifer Chun as Director of Tourism Research