Mission Statement

Hawaii Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association is a non-profit
business organization comprised of sales and marketing professionals in the hospitality, travel and tourism industries.

The mission of the organization is to develop sound business practices as well as encourage and foster a high standard of professional conduct among the men and women engaged in hospitality, travel and tourism related services. To achieve this goal, HHSMA offers seminars, guest speakers and educational programs to its members to enhance their professional performance.

Business luncheons feature guest speakers and topics that provide members with valuable information that can be brought back into the workplace and incorporated into business practice.

Special events, fund-raisers and scholarships enhance the organizations involvement in the community. Local non-profit volunteer organizations benefit from annual fundraiser activities. Scholarships are granted to students actively pursuing careers in the hospitality and tourism related industries. Students are encouraged to participate and network by volunteering and participating in fund-raising events.

In addition, HHSMA establishes:

• Contacts between all aspects of the tourism industry.
• A professional networking system.
• Continuing education opportunities.
• Opportunity to share industry-related ideas and information.
• Mentors for up and coming industry participants.