Business Leaders On The Move In Hawaii

September 09, 2009
By Alana Folen

Eric Ishikawa has been hired as marketing representative for Xerox Hawaii. In this new position, his responsibilities include providing new and existing clients with solutions to effectively manage their documents, allowing customers to focus on their core business. Prior to joining the company, Ishikawa served as human resources coordinator for Outrigger Enterprise Group, as well as a sales representative for Dolce Gusto coffee systems.

Hiro Tanabe has been named director of Asia Sales Strategy and Distribution for Starwood Hotels & Resorts Waikiki and Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa. Tanabe began his Starwood career in 1985 at The Royal Hawaiian as a corporate management trainee and worked his way through numerous Starwood properties.

Shanese Kaneshiro has been named assistant branch manager for Aloha Pacific Federal Credit Union’s Waimalu Branch. Kaneshiro joined the credit union as a concierge in 2001, and in her new position will coordinate staff work schedules and monitor performance to maintain the integrity and efficiency of the credit union, and more.

Allison Andrade has been hired as an account executive for Becker Communications Inc. Andrade has a diverse background in public relations and marketing, specializing in media relations, strategic partnerships, interactive advertising and special events. She obtained a degree in organization communications from the University of Portland.

Ross Inouye has been promoted to senior consumer loans manager for Aloha Pacific Federal Credit Union. Inouye has been with Aloha Pacific since August 2008 and has 20 years of experience in the financial industry. He is responsible for all aspects of the consumer loans department.

Marichris Diga has been appointed account coordinator for Becker Communications Inc. Diga specializes in promotional public relations, event planning, and online marketing and communications. She previously provided media relations and event support for GEAR UP, Hawaii.