PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE:
Aloha HJJCC Members,
It is my distinct honor to serve as your 77th President of the Honolulu Japanese Junior Chamber of Commerce. I am humbled by your confidence in my leadership and I look forward to working with all of you in the coming year.
The HJJCC was founded on a simple yet powerful mission in 1949: to give back to the community we all love while also providing opportunities for personal and professional growth. From our Young Business Roundtables, Sister Chapter exchanges and the always important Nijikai to hands-on community service, lively membership events and our sports activities, this organization offers a space where members can feel comfortable and lifelong friendships are born. The HJJCC has become a truly defining part of my life. Through my time here–whether planning Nijikai, hosting sister city members, or serving alongside other dedicated members–I have grown in ways I never imagined. My experiences motivate me to ensure our organization continues to offer those same opportunities for growth for all members for years to come.
This year marks our 75th Anniversary of the Cherry Blossom Festival, yet our goal remains the same since its inception: To perpetuate Japanese culture, and to enrich the lives of young women of Japanese ancestry. As we celebrate this milestone year, it is my hope that everyone will take a moment to reflect on the incredible legacy and impact that the Cherry Blossom Festival has had on so many lives throughout Hawaii, the Mainland and Japan.
This position is truly a labor of love and it takes a village. I want to extend my deepest, heartfelt mahalo to our outgoing Board of Directors for the sacrifice, energy, and dedication you poured into the past year. To our incoming Board and committee members: thank you for stepping up and choosing to lead. Your enthusiasm and selflessness are the heart and soul of the HJJCC.
This year will be an exciting time to be a part of HJJCC. Whether you are a longtime member or discovering us for the first time, I invite you to join us, get involved, and make wonderful memories in the year ahead.
I look forward to seeing you at our next event!
Mahalo & Arigatou Gozaimasu,
Eric Imada
今田 エリック
77th HJJCC President | 第77回 理事長