Speakers

Speaker Date Topic
NO MEETING - MLK Jr. Day Observance Jan 21, 2020

See you the following Tuesday on 1/28!
Patrick Branco Jan 28, 2020 7:15 AM
The Hawaiian Approach: Politics and Diplomacy with Aloha
The Hawaiian Approach: Politics and Diplomacy with Aloha

Patrick Pihana Branco is a fourth generation Kailua resident and proud graduate of the Kamehameha Schools class of 2005.  Branco is a lifelong public servant and international affairs professional, who has spent his career overseas working to advance U.S. foreign policy. 

Branco received a full-tuition Presidential Scholarship from Hawaiʻi Pacific University (HPU), where he served as Student Body President.  In Washington D.C., Patrick was the first from Hawaiʻi to receive a Congressman Rangel International Affairs Fellowship, which fully funded his Master's at the Johns Hopkins University's School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) in International Economics and Korea Studies. 

Patrick was commissioned as a United States Diplomat by Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in 2012. In the U.S. Department of State, Patrick served tours in Colombia as the Deputy Press Attaché, Pakistan as a Vice Consul, the Special Assistant to the Special Representative for Afghanistan and Pakistan, a Watch Officer in the Secretary of State’s Operations Center, and as the Cultural Attaché for U.S. Embassy Caracas.  He speaks Spanish, and is conversational in Korean and Hawaiian.
Rotary District 5000 Host Organization Committee Feb 04, 2020 7:15 AM
ALOHA Rotary! 2020 International Convention

Join us for a special meeting to learn all about what's in store for Rotarians, their friends, and family during Honolulu 2020, June 6-10. Learn how you can get involved, what to expect, and how to sign up. It's going to be a blast!

Light breakfast will be served.

 
Greg Tjapkes Feb 11, 2020 7:15 AM
Coalition for a Drug-Free Hawaii

Coalition for a Drug-Free Hawaii promotes a safe and drug-free Hawaii where people from diverse cultures live and thrive in harmony. Their mission is to reduce and prevent drug abuse in Hawaii through awareness, education, and action. Come see how they are making change and impact while learning what you can do about the serious substance abuse issues facing our community.
Robert Cravalho Feb 18, 2020 7:15 AM
Building Your Outreach and Public Speaking
Building Your Outreach and Public Speaking

Robert A. Cravalho, MPA, DTM, AS

“Some avoid conflict, others learn to embrace it."

A son of Hawaii who brings the Aloha Spirit of the islands to you! Robert was born in Honolulu and raised in Kailua on the windward side of the island of Oahu.

Affectionately known as Bobby Cravalho to his friends, he served as a Honolulu police officer for over 30 years. As a police officer, he was assigned as a hostage negotiator and effectively managed conflicts with deadly consequences. Robert has taken his training and experience and created an entertaining presentation that provides tools that anyone can use to manage conflict in their everyday life.

Robert is a graduate of the FBI National Academy and is on the faculty at the Hawaii Pacific University. He is also the managing agent of Hawaiian Island Investigations, a private firm providing investigation and security services for clients like the National Football League and the Hawaii Hotel Visitor Industry Security Association.

In 2017, Robert received the coveted Accredited Speaker designation from Toastmasters International and is only one of 81 Toastmasters in the world to achieve this designation. He has demonstrated his ability to combine his expertise with the mastery of the spoken word. Robert is ready and willing to help you and your team become the best you can be.
Lori Maxwell, Esq. Feb 25, 2020 7:15 AM
Business Mindset and Affirmations
Business Mindset and Affirmations

Please join us for a very special program by Attorney Lori Maxwell, wealth manager, political strategist, and former Washington D.C. lobbyist. Lori will give the club practical skills to increase professionalism and approachability in business. Don't miss out on this great opportunity to learn and gain an edge on success!