
Enjoy an exclusive evening with Daniel Chun, Hawaii Regional Sales, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, and serves on Leadership Team.
SME Honolulu Presents: Inside the Alaska + Hawaiian Airlines Merger ✈️
Take this opportunity to hear firsthand how one of the most significant airline mergers impacting Hawai‘i is shaping the future of travel, business, and our local economy.
What You’ll Learn
👉🏼 How the combined airline is leveraging global scale + local focus to compete and grow
👉🏼 A look inside the $600M Kahuʻewai Hawaiʻi Investment Plan
👉🏼 Upgrades to airport facilities, technology, and Hawaiian’s Airbus A330 fleet
👉🏼How these changes will improve the experience for residents, visitors, and employees
👉🏼 The airline’s commitment to Hawai‘i through:
- Workforce development & education partnerships
- Support for Hawaiian language & culture
- Regenerative tourism via Travel Pono
- Sustainability and natural resource preservation
Why You Should Attend
This is a front-row seat to the future of travel in Hawai‘i, plus a chance to connect with fellow professionals, community leaders, and decision-makers.
About the Speaker 🎤
Daniel Chun is a Honolulu native with over 20 years in Hawai‘i’s visitor industry. In addition to his leadership role with Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines, he serves on boards including The Queen’s Health Systems, Chamber of Commerce Hawai‘i, Aloha United Way, and the Public Schools of Hawai‘i Foundation. He holds a degree in Travel Industry Management from the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa.
About the Venue 📍
Limelight Hawaii is Honolulu’s newest premier entertainment and event venue by Roberts Hawai‘i—featuring a dynamic indoor space, state-of-the-art LED screen, and an elevated experience for events, performances, and gatherings. It’s the perfect setting for an evening of insight, connection, and community.
Reserve Your Spot 🎫
Seats are limited. Secure your ticket today and be part of this important conversation shaping Hawai‘i’s future.


