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We are fortunate beyond belief to have John De Fries at the helm of the Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA). He has designed and implemented a resilient path forward for Hawaii tourism based on a long-term holistic vision. Destinations around the world are envying and keenly observing us.
Allowing John to continue implementing his vision will not only keep us in the top tier of destinations worldwide, but will position us as a global role model.
To make a shift in leadership midstream would be a disastrous mistake (“Hawaii Tourism Authority faces critical week,” Star-Advertiser, April 23). John and his team have demonstrated that they have the knowledge, the values and the expertise to do the best for Hawaii.
However, to be truly successful, HTA requires long-term, stable and apolitical funding. John and HTA deserve all the support possible to complete the journey they have embarked on, which is in the interests of all in our island home.
Pauline Sheldon
Kahala
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