2021 Food and Beverage Update

Friday, June 25, 2021
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Zoom Webinar

Hawai’i’s restaurants, banquets, special events, and weddings sectors have been subject to changing State and County rules during the pandemic and continue to operate with limited capacity and COVID-19-related constraints.  This segment has faced additional challenges due to its dependence as well as collaboration with other tourism sectors such as lodging, transportation, and air service. Please join us for our conversation with industry leaders to discuss the impacts and opportunities of the pandemic; managing capacity, adjusting for the new county tiers, and your questions!

Moderator: Josette Murai, Hawaii Visitors & Convention Bureau (HVCB), Convention Services Manager

Panel:

• 53 By the Sea – Tony Castillo, General Manager
• Easley Designs / Love and Honesty – Jill Easley, Owner
• Marriott Waikiki Complex – Stuart Y. Kotake, Associate Director of Catering & Event Management
• Hawaii Restaurant Association – Greg Maples, Chairman