Hawaii Speakers

Wally "Famous" Amos, is the father of the gourmet cookie industry, his name is a household word. A noted business man, author and lecturer, Wally delivers several delightful topics: "The Power In You," "Turn Lemons into Lemonade," "Relationships are Partnerships, " "A Recipe for a Successful Life" and "Seeds of Wisdom, Slices of Life". Click here to see video. Click here to request speaker


Debbie AllenDebbie Allen is an inspirational powerhouse whose presentations are information-rich, highly motivational and entertaining. Her wealth of business knowledge is teamed up with her down to earth communications style and sense of humor. Author of five books on business & personal development, her speech topics include: "Go For It!: Create Unstoppable Business Success," and "Thriving in Today's Highly Competitive Marketplace." Click here to request speaker


Drake BeilDrake Beil, Ed.D, CMC gets exceptional results because every talk, program and seminar is custom-designed to guarantee high impact in your key result areas! He tailors each module with you and includes elements that educate, empower and entertain. Your participants will get valuable and practical tips and techniques they can use immediately. Click here to request speaker


Josh BeilJosh Beil is the cofounder and President of Skywave Broadband, a wireless ISP operating in Honolulu, HI. Josh was named one of PBN’s Forty Under 40 for 2006, and in 2005, he was named a High Tech Leader by the Pacific Technology Foundation. Before co-founding Skywave, Mr. Beil was VP of Research and Development for the market research boutique, Tier 1 Research, where he covered the Internet infrastructure sector as an analyst. He maintains a private consulting practice specializing in the web hosting industry. He holds a Certificate in E-Business from UCSC Extension, and he graduated with honors from the University of California at Santa Cruz with a major in Psychology. Click here to request speaker


David BessDavid Bess, PhD has been a dedicated member of the University of Hawaii over the past 30 years. Dr. Bess' academic research has focused on transportation management and policy. More recently he has focused on the area of strategic management and the management of not-for-profit organizations. Click here to request speaker


Mel CabangMel Cabang has been doing comedy since the early 1970s. He offers two styles: 1. "Nightclub" which is R-rated 2. "PG" for a general audience. "You gotta put it in the right perspective. If I'm in a nightclub, that's what I do, because that's what people expect me to do," he says. "But when you come outside and it's a general audience, you have to respect that audience and do a clean show. Click here to request speaker


Makana Risser Chai Makana Risser Chai CSP is a lawyer and massage therapist who brings the perfect blend of head and heart to your group. Speaking on how to “Surf the Waves of Change” and go “From Stressed to Best,” Makana has spoken to more than a thousand business audiences for Fortune 500 corporations, trade associations, government sector and major non-profits in 38 states and the U.K. The former CEO of a Silicon Valley training company, Makana has been rewarded with the highest earned designation in the speaking profession, the very prestigious CSP, given to less than 600 speakers in the world. She combines content, compassion and comedy to engage audiences and get results. Click here to request speaker


Pam ChambersPam Chambers is Hawaii's premier Presentation Coach. For over 20 years she has shared her “wise, witty and easy-to-apply” tips to a wide variety of audiences. Among her several topics are: “How to Give a Presentation Tomorrow and Sleep Well Tonight,” and “What Everyone Needs to Know about Business Etiquette.” She’s a real hit with all types of groups. Click here to request speaker


Annabel ChotzenAnnabel Chotzen is an award-winning professional speaker whose unforgettable events are the perfect blend of depth and substance, humor and inspiration.  For more than 15 years, she has given keynote speeches and business training seminars to thousands of people from all over the world.  Annabel’s powerful presentations connect essential success strategies and motivational passion with the depth, beauty and strength of Hawaii.  Topics include How to Handle Change in Challenging Times, Strategies for Effective Communication, Making Ice Cream out of Adversity and her signature Hawaii Kukui Nut Celebration. Incorporating stunning video of Hawaii, her presentations impart a deep sense of awakening to the power and courage within.  Annabel gives your group the true spirit of Aloha. Click here to request speaker


Captain Gerald CoffeeCaptain Gerald Coffee is one of America's top ten speakers! He is an example of the power of the human spirit. In "Beyond Survival" he cites faith as the key as he shares a truly uplifting message. Click here to request speaker


Shirley Daniel, PhDShirley Daniel, PhD, CPA is the Director of Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER) and the Director of Pacific Asian Management Institute (PAMI) at the University of Hawai'i. Shirley recent efforts have focused on the role of technology in entrepreneurship and the impact of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act on corporate governance. Click here to request speaker


Frank DelimaFrank Delima is Hawaii's premier humorist and comedian, and has cracked up audiences for years with his zany parodies and ethnic humor. Two new comedy routines will leave your group laughing: his DeLima Code is a take-off on the best selling book The Davinci Code, and his poke at a female impersonator named Foo Ling Yu. Click here to request speaker


Leslie GalloLeslie Gallo weaves a variety of yoga approaches into her sessions. Leslie has a BS degree with honors in Kinesiology and a specialization in fitness, nutrition and health from San Diego State University. Click here to request speaker


Delorese GregoireDelorese Gregoire is engaging and joyous in her talk "Do You Hear What I See?" addresses the real challenges of dealing with teenagers and understanding Generation X. Click here to request speaker


Gregg HammerGregg Hammer a former HPD officer and morning talk show host will delight your audience with comedy, song and impersonations. Gregg's humor ranges from the light to the profound. Click here to request speaker




David A. HeenanDavid A. Heenan, is a trustee of the Estate of James Campbell, one of the nation’s largest landowners. He’s a former professor at Columbia University and the Wharton School of Business at the Univ. of Penna. Now an active Hawaii businessman and author of 5 books, he speaks on the topic: “Flight Capital: The Alarming Exodus of America’s Best and Brightest." Click here to request speaker


Senator Fred hemmings
Senator Fred Hemmings qualifies as a leading authority on surfing and interestingly, the history and culture of Hawaii. As a world champion surfer and founder of professional surfing, Fred not only knows surfing history, he helped write it. His eclectic background as a waterman, entrepreneur, radio talk show host, television commentator and political leader has gained him the reputation as a respected authority on Hawaii. Hemmings speaking presentations focus on surfing and/or the history of Hawaii and can be tailored to meet your group’s specific interests. Click here to request speaker


Eve HoganEve Hogan is an author of half a dozen books, including her latest "How to Love Your Marriage," and editor of several others. She is also an inspirational speaker, spiritual & life coach, labyrinth facilitator, and wedding officiant. Her presentation called: "The Art of Solving Problems and Giving Advice" is a workshop where Eve shares the framework she uses to solve problems and then teaches people the skills and tools they need to help themselves. Click here to request speaker


Michael J. HulserMichael J. Hulser has been named the nation's top business turnaround manager. He is a heavily experienced business leader and a nationally known consultant. His speech topics include: "Managing for Results"; "Focus Points for Improving Profitability"; and "The Keys to Turning A Business Around." Click here to request speaker


Alice Inoue
Alice Inoue's expertise and passion for Feng Shui, Astrology and Spirituality, are the base for her immensely popular, fun and enlightening presentations. From topics such as “Demystifying Feng Shui” to “Feng Shui your Mind, Body, Heart and Spirit” to  “The Power of Astrological Cycles as related to Business” and “Astrology…Does it Really Work?” The author of two books, A Loving Guide to These Shifting Times and Be Happy! It's Your Choice as well as three Feng Shui Instructional DVD's, Alice has a way to awaken her audiences to seeing a new light within their lives. Click here to request speaker


Bo IrvineBo Irvine has been entertaining audiences locally and nationally for the past 15 years as a stand-up comedian. Bo delivers comic relief with quick wit and warm aloha as a Motivational Speaker or as an Emcee. Click here to request speaker


Walter Jamieson, PhDWalter Jamieson, PhD currently serves as the Dean at the School of Travel Industry Management on the University of Hawaii at Manoa campus. As the tourism industry continues to evolve Walter looks into dealing with tourism development, exploring new niche markets that are emerging and positioning a destination to take advantage of these new opportunities. Click here to request speaker


Dewitt L. JonesDewitt L. Jones National Geographic photographer, delivers inspirational programs on creativity and vision. Dewitt illustrates techniques he uses to bring vision into reality and provides his audiences with the tools to access creativity in every part of life. Click here to request speaker


Peter KayPeter Kay is President of CyberCom, Inc., a high-tech management consulting firm. His 25 year local history of entrepreneuring has founded 6 different technology companies.  He has been credited with developing Hawaii's first Internet classes, first commercial Web site and the initial online presence of most of Hawaii's blue-chip companies.  His most recent liquidity event sold an  IP portfolio including patents on email privacy/anti-spam technology licensed in 4 countries and two languages with over 14,000 users. Another of Peter’s companies was listed on PBN’s Fastest 50 List for 3 different years. Peter has appeared on the cover of Midweek Magazine, the cover of Hawaii business magazine twice and named Entrepreneur of Year by Ernst & Young.  He is commonly recognized as the voice behind the Your Computer Minute radio program, and writes technology columns for Road Runner's Around Town. Click here to request speaker


Dr. Don Kopf PhDDr. Don Kopf PhD is a licensed Psychologist with over 15 years experience providing upbeat programs on such topics as: Managing Stress; Conflict Resolution; Improving Sleep; Working with Different Personalities; Creating Healthy Workplaces; Enriching Interpersonal Relationships, and many others. By mixing science, clinical experience and experimental learning into his interactive presentations, Dr. Kopf creates fun, interesting programs for all types of audiences. He will put psychology into action for your group. Each workshop is tailored to the needs of the client, to guarantee a positive difference in both individuals and organizations. Click here to request speaker


Mike MachadoMike Machado has been a locally recognized voice-talent, emcee and sports announcer for over 10 years. While he is most recognized by his commanding distinctive baritone, he is also capable of pulling any one of a number of voices or impressions from inside of his very crowded head. Click here to request speaker


Chris BermanChris McLachlin recently interviewed on Monday Night Football by Chris Berman, President Obama was asked "who was the most influential sports person he knew?" he mentioned his basketball years and what he learned from his coach at Punahou, Chris McLachlin. In this talk, find out what shaped a President and created Champions. Discover the strategies that enabled McLachlin and his volleyball teams to go undefeated for over 10 straight years and how he won 14 State Championships in two different sports. Father to Parker, currently on the PGA Tour and winner of last year's Reno-Tahoe Open, McLachlin’s worked with legendary coaches like John Wooden and Dean Smith, and brings a unique perspective on the power of a team and the making of a champion. Click here to request speaker


W. MitchellW. Mitchell is "The Man Who Would Not Be Defeated!" He talks to groups about the possibilities of the mind and spirit in "Taking Responsibility For Change." Click here to request speaker


Jeff OwensJeff Owens specializes in prevention & mitigation of management and organizational high-risk issues including: Workplace Violence, Drugs in the Workplace, Sexual Harassment, Security & Crises Management. With nearly 30 years of experience as a Honolulu Police Officer, Jeff has seen it all. Jeff’s programs engage participants, increase awareness, and provide realistic and sensible measures to protect you and your organization. Click here to request speaker


Maureen O'ShaughnessyMaureen O'Shaughnessy is entertaining, informative and inspiring in her talks on Wellness, Alternative Health and Reiki. People leave her presentations and classes uplifted, inspired and refreshed. As a Reiki master she offers a unique and simple approach to effectively improve Quality of Life, Health and Peace of Mind in even the most stressful circumstances. Click here to request speaker


Barbara PellegrinBarbara Pellegrino, a certified neuro linguistic programming trainer, is a highly acclaimed presenter who is meeting with great success in Hawaii, California and Australia teaching her “Treasure Mapping Your Way to Success & The Art of Manifesting.” From keynotes to workshops, her presentation on “How to Achieve You Goals and Dreams,” will educate, inspire, motivate and empower her audiences to action. Click here to request speaker




Keali`i ReichelKeali`i Reichel perpetuates the culture and language of Hawai'i with his music and hula. He was one of the founding directors for Punana Leo O Maui (a Hawaiian Language immersion school) and has taught Hawaiian culture and language and Maui Community College. Keali'i was also the Cultural Resource Specialist and Curator at the Bailey House Museum in Wailuku. Click here to request speaker


Rosa SayRosa Say is dedicated to bringing nobility to the art of management, asking the questions of forward-thinking leadership, and mentoring our next generation of managers and leaders. Her coaching programs are based on her 30-year career in Hawaii 's hospitality industry. Rosa is the author of Managing with Aloha, Bringing Hawaii 's Universal Values to the Art of Business. Click here to request speaker


Lynn RasmussenLynn Rasmussen, author of the award-winning book Men Are Easy, takes her audiences on an entertaining and eye-opening tour of today's relationships. Using cutting-edge research and refreshing originality, Lynn's lively stories show how life between men and women, both at work and at home, can be a lot more fun and much easier. Click here to request speaker


Eddie ShermanEddie Sherman worked in the Pearl Harbor Navy Shipyard during the 40s after having moved to Hawaii from Boston. He later became a popular 3-Dot columnist on Honolulu's morning newspaper, The ADVERTISER, and later on MIDWEEK Magazine. For over 40 years he covered the rich and famous, and the celebrities who visited Waikiki, and now talks about them and his new best-seller: Frank, Sammy, Marlon and Me. He'd be a great light-hearted addition to your Hawaii meeting. Click here to request speaker


Lani StarLani Star is a highly successful entrepreneur who brings with her a wealth of knowledge as an inspirational and motivational speaker. She shows audiences how mastering the power of one's voice can be used to win clients, business associates, and lead to greater success in personal relationships. Click here to request speaker


Ramsay Taum
Ramsay Taum is a recognized cultural specialist and sought-after keynote speaker, lecturer, trainer, and facilitator who works with Hawai`i’s development, travel, leisure, and retail industries integrating native Hawaiian cultural values and principles into the contemporary business setting. His background and experience in business, government, and community service makes him a valuable asset in public and private sectors, as well as for-profit and nonprofit businesses. Mentored and trained by respected Hawaiian elders, Ramsay is a practitioner and instructor of several Native Hawaiian practices including ho`oponopono, lomi haha, and Kaihewalulua. In addition, Ramsay is founder and president of the Hawai`i based Life Enhancement Institute (LEI) of the Pacific, co-executive director of Sustain Hawai`i (a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting sustainable living and development in Hawai`i), and serves on numerous local and national boards, advisory groups, and councils. Click here to see video. Click here to request speaker


Joe TeipelJoe Teipel is Hawaii's premier emcee and one of the best professional auctioneers in America. Have him bring a lot of fun to your group's awards banquet or wrap-up session and let him raise money, via his auction method, for your company's or association's favorite in-house or national charity. He can also auction off prizes donated by your suppliers or from convention attendees. It's a lot of fun and can be the highlight of your Hawaii meeting. Click here to request speaker


Jo UmbergerJo Umberger cares about people and moves them to Action through Speaking and Training. For over 15 years she has delivered custom training that delivers measurable results for highly diverse groups. Her keynote addresses include: 21st Century Leadership Necessities for a Rapidly Changing World" and "Start By Listening if You Want to Be Understood." Her training sessions feature: 'Think & Act Like a Business Owner" and "Peak Productivity." Click here to request speaker


Palani VaughanPalani Vaughan shares his knowledge of Hawaiian History and the Hawaiian Monarchy through song and dance with 1995 Miss Aloha Hula and daughter, Allison-Ka'ilihiwa. Palani is able to tie together the days of old and modern Hawai'i with his presentations on Hawai'i's Cosmopolitan Society and the Seeds of Internationalism in Hawai'i. Click here to request speaker


Dr. Robert YonoverDr. Robert Yonover is a world renown scientist, inventor and adventurer. His numerous patents include the Rescue Streamer, which is now onboard all U.S. Navy submarines and is credited with saving four American lives to date. His dynamic, inspirational and humorous presentations have been well received around the world, and he has appeared on CNN, Discovery Channel, PBS and in most major magazines. Presentation topics include: “Survival Technology Born in Hawaii,” “Guerilla Inventing Your Way To Wealth,” and “Volcanoes, Deep-Sea ALVIN Dives and Chasing Cheetahs.” Click here to request speaker


Admiral Ronald Admiral Ronald "Zap" Zlatoper's is a former Commander-in-chief of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, has also made his marks as the successful CEO of a publicly held software company and is now an executive with Hawaii's largest land holding company. Whether updating audiences on the economies, politics and military positions of Pacific and Asian nations, or speaking on motivation, leadership and business, Zap's high energy enthusiasm is infectious and entertaining, while being very informative. Click here to request speaker