ABOUT
OVER 37 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN HAWAII TOURISM
DAVID UCHIYAMA
PRESIDENT & CEO
HAWAII THINK TANK
Understanding the Hawaii tourism market has been a constant theme in my career. Through various senior executive management roles I was able to bring Hawaii’s travel industry out of its downturn in '09 and '10 while working for the state with the Hawaii Tourism Authority.
I've successfully implemented strategies to grow air seat inventory while diversifying the in-bound markets and worked with Japan Airlines to develop their Jaloalo program. Through these roles, I've also been fortunate to be involved in developing events like the Hawaii Bowl and Diamond Head Classic with ESPN and to provide guidance and partnership synergies for the development of the Hawaii Food & Wine Festival.
Through my experience and network, I am often seen as a relationship builder and collaborator that can help in developing marketing and promotions synergies to effectively and efficiently make an impact to the bottom line.
Ford N Fuchigami,
Acting Airports Administrator
I have witnessed David take on challenging tasks and approach them with enthusiasm. He is a critical thinker who can analyze issues and potential obstacles and as such develops complex--yet very practical--solutions to accomplish all the objectives and achieve optimum results.
Glenn Wakai, Senator
If you want to understand the industry, David is better than Google. His unique background with air transportation, ground transportation, and hotels provides a perspective not found with anyone else in the state. I have relied on his intellect and intuition on many occasions.
Alicia Moy, CEO
David is a respected
and effective leader. He has the intangible skills to connect with his team/staff and draw out their best qualities. He strategically utilized his relationships and his industry network that he has built over many years to help move initiatives forward quickly.
Rex Johnson, CEO
David was instrumental in developing our relationships with the legislature and in putting together our Tourism 101 introduction for new tourism committee members both in the house and senate. His knowledge in all facets of the industry helped revitalize the growth of tourism in our islands.
IN THE MEDIA
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“This campaign is a perfect example of how we are working to expand our reach to new segments in this mature market.”
"...and Uchiyama, the taciturn numbers man and marketing guru."
“The added flight service is in response to growing demand from our customers and travel partners and also reflects the improved operational efficiencies"
"To lure the Chinese, the Hawaii Tourism Authority has budgeted almost $2.7 million this fiscal year for marketing there and in Korea, said David Uchiyama, HTA's vice president of marketing."
