2011 Aloha Aina Awards

Sponsored in the interest ofHawaii’s Homebuyers, Sellers and REALTOR® Professionals

HONORING THE TOP REALTORS® FOR MORE THAN 10 YEARS

RECOGNIZING REALTOR® EXCELLENCE

NEIL ABERCROMBIEGovernor

State of Hawaii

PETER CARLISLEMayor

City and County of Honolulu

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On behalf of the people of Hawai‘i, I extend my sincere aloha to REALTORS® on theoccasion of the 14th Annual Aloha ‘Aina Awards.

Established in 1922, the Honolulu Board of REALTORS® has become one of the largestBoards of REALTORS® in the nation and the largest trade organization on O‘ahu. For thepast fourteen years, the Annual Aloha ‘Aina Awards has recognized REALTORS® who excelin their profession and provide excellent service to clients and colleagues.

I join the Honolulu Board of REALTORS® in recognizing the value of displaying thehighest code of ethics and commend the Honolulu Board of REALTORS®, First HawaiianBank and the Honolulu Star-Advertiser for their recognition and support of exceptionalREALTORS®.

As Governor, I support businesses that work towards the betterment of Hawai‘i andrealize the struggles that individuals and families encounter when purchasing a homewithout the help of professional guidance. I believe that REALTORS® play an important rolein helping Hawai‘i’s residents achieve homeownership.

Congratulations to each Aloha ‘Aina Awards recipient and nominee and mahalo for yourinvaluable contributions to our community and the real estate industry. I wish you all muchsuccess in future endeavors.

Neil AbercrombieGovernor, State of Hawai‘i

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BOB HARRISON

President and Chief Operating OfficerFirst Hawaiian Bank

DENNIS FRANCIS

President and PublisherHonolulu Star-Advertiser

Aloha!

The Honolulu Star-Advertiser appreciates having the opportunity to

congratulate and showcase the professionalism of Hawaii REALTORS®

each year as part of the Aloha ‘Aina Awards program.

We are pleased to present the 436 nominees and 10 winners in this

Aloha ‘Aina REALTOR® Awards special section. Each has provided

exceptional service to their clients and community.

The Star-Advertiser takes pride in serving the industry throughout

the year, offering a consistent source of news and information on issues

impacting real estate as well as features of interest to buyers and sellers.

We also would like to acknowledge our Aloha ‘Aina Awards

co-sponsors, First Hawaiian Bank and the Honolulu Board of

REALTORS®, for encouraging and supporting those REALTORS®

who go above and beyond the call of duty year after year.

Dennis Francis

President & Publisher

Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Aloha!

First Hawaiian Bank is pleased to join the Honolulu Board of

REALTORS® and the Honolulu Star-Advertiser in recognizing the

2011 Aloha ‘Aina nominees and winners. As a sponsor of the 2011

Aloha ‘Aina awards program, we are proud to salute these

REALTORS® for their top-notch client service, dedication and

achievement of excellence in their industry.

We are inspired by your hard work, perseverance and commitment

to creating stronger communities for us all. At First Hawaiian we have

been helping people attain their dream of homeownership for over

150 years and it has been our privilege to partner with many of you in

offering your clients exceptional Service, Solutions and Security. We

are proud to support your customers with competitive mortgage

programs that offer local service.

Mahalo and congratulations to all the nominees and winners! We

wish you many years of success.

Bob Harrison

President and Chief Operating Officer

Robert S. Harrison President and COO


ROCHELLE LEE GREGSONChief Executive Officer

Honolulu Board of REALTORS®

JOYCE R. NAKAMURAPresident

Honolulu Board of REALTORS®

2011 Aloha ‘Aina REALTOR® AwardsCEO’s Message

As 2011 comes to a close, it is time to thank and recognize the outstandingREALTORS® in our industry who have shined this year. That’s what theAloha ‘Aina REALTOR® Awards are about - honoring those REALTORS®who have provided exceptional service to their clients and also set the bar forsuccess in the real estate industry. And there were many of our memberswhose contributions did not go unnoticed by the public or their fellowREALTORS®, as evidenced by the 868 nominations we received for theseesteemed awards.

Choosing just ten recipients from the field of outstanding nominees was adifficult task. We’d like to thank this year’s judges for generously donatingtheir time to review all the nominations and select this year’s Aloha ‘AinaREALTOR® Award recipients.

Finally, we extend a warm mahalo to our partners, First Hawaiian Bankand the Honolulu Star-Advertiser, for their continued commitment with theHonolulu Board of REALTORS® to the Aloha ‘Aina REALTOR® Awardsprogram. We couldn’t do it without you!

Congratulations, once again, to all the 2011 Aloha ‘Aina REALTOR® Awardnominees and recipients. You are true examples of what it means to be aREALTOR®.

With warmest aloha,

Rochelle Lee GregsonChief Executive Officer

2011 Aloha ‘Aina REALTOR® AwardsPresident’s Message

On behalf of the Honolulu Board of REALTORS®, congratulations to allthe nominees of this year’s Aloha ‘Aina REALTOR® Awards. You can beproud of your nomination, as it is indicative of the hard work anddedication you have shown not only to your clients but also to the industryas a whole.

For the last 14 years, the Aloha ‘Aina REALTOR® Awards have recognizedREALTOR® members who have gone above and beyond in the industry andfor their clients. This year is no exception, as we recognize 10 honorees whohave shown high ethical standards, extraordinary professionalism, anddedication to their clients and the communities in which they live andwork. They have demonstrated what it means to be a REALTOR®.

On behalf of the Honolulu Board of REALTORS®, I extend a warmmahalo to our generous sponsors, First Hawaiian Bank and the Honolulu Star-Advertiser. Our program’s success is in large part thanks to them, and we look forward to their continued partnership for many more years to come.

Mahalo nui loa,

Joyce R. Nakamura (R), AHWD, CRB, CRS, e-Pro, GRI, SFRPresidentHonolulu Board of REALTORS

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Fortunately, in Hawaii, we have manygood REALTORS® to choose from. Eachyear, First Hawaiian Bank proudlysponsors the Aloha ‘Aina Awards, whichrecognizes REALTORS® who haveprovided outstanding service, oftengoing above and beyond to ensure thattheir clients are happy with their homepurchase.

The REALTOR®’s mission is to findthe right property to fit your budget,lifestyle and needs and make the processof buying a home an enjoyable one. Notonly will they find you the perfect home,

but will be there throughout the entireprocess — from selection, inspection,land survey, appraisal and pricenegotiation to selecting a lender andclosing.

In addition to choosing the rightREALTOR® for your transaction, you’llalso want to find a lender you feel youcan trust.

“We are fortunate to work with manyREALTORS® who want the best for theirclients when it comes to choosing alender partner,” said Martha Camacho,Vice President of residential mortgage at

First Hawaiian Bank. “AtFirst Hawaiian, weunderstand that themortgage process can beintimidating, so that’s whyour bankers work with youand your REALTOR® toensure that all thepaperwork is handledcompetently and efficiently.We’ll sit down and go overeverything and make surethat your questions areanswered.”

Generations of customershave come to rely on the bank’sexceptional customer service. And formore than 150 years, First HawaiianBank has been helping families attaintheir dream of homeownership. Today,the bank remains the largest in the state.REALTORS® and customers know theycan count on First Hawaiian for localservicing and competitive loanproducts.

“Many customers tell us that they areglad they don’t have to deal withsomeone out-of-state in a different timezone. They can pick up the phone or gointo any branch to talk to someone atFirst Hawaiian Bank. It really makes a

world of difference in thecustomer’s comfort level,”Camacho said.

And just as a goodREALTOR® looks out for yourbest interests, First HawaiianBank bankers serve as your“financial quarterback,”helping you select the rightloan product to meet yourneeds. Your banker will bethere every step of the wayfrom the loan application,documentation and locking inthe interest rate, to preparing

final costs and closing. “We understand that our customers,

who initially open a checking account orfinance a home purchase, often havechanging needs as their family grows," saidCamacho. "At First Hawaiian, we want tobe your primary bank. As a full-servicefinancial institution, we can assist you atevery stage of your life — from KeikiSavings to retirement, insurance, wealthmanagement and estate planning, too."

So, no matter what your financial needsare, the bankers at First Hawaiian Bankhave a solution that’s just right for you. Tolearn more, stop by any First HawaiianBank branch or visit fhb.com.

First Hawaiian Bank Feature Story

Beginswith the

You’ve heard that interest rates are low and thathome prices are dropping, so you’re wondering

if now is a good time to buy that house or condo.Buying a home is the single biggest and mostexpensive purchase most people will ever make intheir lifetime. There’s a lot that goes into making thatdecision. Where to begin? To find your dream home,you’ll want to work with a licensed REALTOR®, amember of the National Association of REALTORS®.

Buying a Home

Martha Camacho, Vice President of

residential mortgage

By Leonard Fernandes Assistant Vice President and Manager, Mortgage Banking Department

RightREALTOR®

Banker

Taking Advantage of Low Mortgage Interest RatesREALTORS® are experts who are familiar with the

marketplace and the many options available tohomebuyers — from entry level townhomes andcondominiums to mid-range single family homes andluxury properties. REALTORS® also are knowledgeableabout the many financing options available to first-timehomebuyers on a budget, move-up buyers, and investors.They have the expertise to guide you to the home thatmakes the most sense given your present needs andfuture goals.

Supply and DemandIn Hawaii, with a limited supply of real property, home

values have generally remained steady and increased insome areas in spite of the economic downturn. Rentalproperties are also in demand, energizing the investmentmarket. But REALTORS® unanimously acknowledge thekey factor in the ongoing demand for Hawaii real estateis that these islands we call home are recognized as one ofthe best places in the world to live.

The Benefits of Home OwnershipBuying a home is not only an investment in your

future and that of your family, it also is a commitment,one that acknowledges home ownership as the basis ofbuilding better, more stable communities.

The REALTOR® as GuideWhen making significant decisions about personal

matters or business transactions, most people call onprofessionals for guidance. They put their trust inaccountants for their finances, attorneys for legal affairs,

and doctors for health related matters. When buying orselling real property, REALTORS® are the professionalsqualified by education and experience to guide you inmaking the right choices. REALTORS®, who are licensees and members of the

National Association of REALTORS®, voluntarily agree to bebound by a strict Code of Ethics. They are committed toprotect and promote your interests. Whether you are a first-time buyer, an investor, or

looking to sell your home, work with a REALTOR® tohelp you accomplish your goal. Log on to HiCentral.comfor more information or to find a REALTOR® today.

Honolulu Board of REALTORS® Feature Story

Owning a home has remainedthe “American dream” through

changing times and challengingeconomies. It also is one of the mostreliable investments anyone can make.And the time has never been better torealize that dream and take advantageof enhanced investment opportunitiesoffered by historically low interest rates.

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2011 Aloha‘Aina REALTORS®

Selection Committee


Leonard P. Fernandes, Assistant Vice President & Manager of theMortgage Banking Department of First Hawaiian Bank, has 27 yearsof lending experience. His extensive market knowledge extends to allthe major Hawaiian Islands. He currently serves on the Board of theMortgage Bankers Association of Hawaii.

Comments: “As I read through every nomination I was trulyimpressed by the excellence of service demonstrated. The largevolume of nominations is a reflection of the high ethical standardsthat exist in the REALTOR® community of Hawaii. The comments weregenuine in their appreciation for services above and beyond the norm.

I also took note of the large number of REALTORS® who guided their clients through the lendingprocess, providing good advice on getting qualified and working in partnership with their lender.”

The seven Aloha ‘Aina Awards judges merit amajor “mahalo” for their time and dedication inevaluating a record number of 868submissions for award consideration, thenselecting 10 winners out of 436 nomineespresented in this special publication of theHonolulu Star-Advertiser.

Choosing 10 award winners required longdeliberation and serious consideration, but, inthe end, there was general agreement on thechoices.

The judging was “blind,” so the names andcompany affiliations of the nominees were notknown to the judges. Strict confidentiality wasmaintained.

The clients who turned in documentation oftheir experience with the REALTOR® theyplaced in nomination were asked to commenton the performance of the REALTOR® in fourcategories: Professional Expectations,Exceptional Service, Thorough Follow-Throughand Fair Dealings.

Excerpts from their comments, the originalsof which were generally very detailed andseveral hundred words in length, are includedwith the winners’ photos in the “Aloha ‘AinaREALTOR® Awards 2011 Winners Gallery"beginning on page 13.

Caroline Witherspoon is Senior Vice President of BeckerCommunications, a full-service marketing and public relations agency.Active in the community, she currently serves as communicationschairman for the boards of the Navy League of Honolulu and theHawaii chapter of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD).

Comments: “Judging the Aloha ‘Aina REALTOR® Awards entries wasan eye-opening experience. The effort these REALTORS® go to inservicing their clients to their greatest ability is remarkable. I was trulyimpressed with the caliber of the nominees, and this year’s honoreesserve as wonderful role models for their peers."

Karen T. Kimura (R), GRI operates her own general brokerage,Karen T. Kimura, REALTOR®, and is a licensed agent since 1980. Shehas been named REALTOR® of the Year by the Honolulu Board ofREALTORS® and served as its president in 1993 as well as onnumerous committees. She is an active member of the board ofdirectors of the community organization, Malama Manoa.

Comments: “In a reflection of the economy during this past year,‘going above and beyond’ not only included traditional services by theREALTORS®, but also instances of helping with small loans to stave offforeclosure and counseling and comforting those who had to sell

family homes. In the case histories provided by the buyers and sellers these real estate agentsrepresented, there were instances of the agent actually recruiting family members to upgradea home to make it saleable, particularly when the seller was not up to it themselves. When areal estate agent steps in to upgrade a home, thereby expediting a sale and in some casespreventing foreclosure, not only the owner but the neighborhood benefits as well.”

Dana Chandler (R), ABR, ABRM, CIPS, CRB, CRS, ePRO, SRES is Broker InCharge of Hawaiian Island Homes. She has served on various REALTOR®committees over the years, is a past president of the Honolulu Board ofREALTORS® and is currently a member of the Board of Directors of the HawaiiAssociation of REALTORS®. She was the winner of the Hawaii Chapter of RealEstate Brokerage Managers 2009 Pinnacle Award and represents theProfessional Standards and Arbitration Committee of the Honolulu Board on theAloha ‘Aina Awards Committee.

Comments: “In order to become eligible for the ‘Aloha ‘Aina Awards program,the nominees must adhere to the highest standards of the profession and be

free of any violation of the REALTOR® Code of Ethics. Every member of the Honolulu Board of REALTORS®pledges to adhere to and uphold the Code at the end of their orientation. As a profession, real estate isone of the most scrupulous in monitoring the practice of its members. The Aloha ‘Aina Award winners haveall demonstrated the highest integrity and we are proud to present them as model members of ourindustry. The overwhelming number of Award nominations this year underscores the importance ourREALTORS® attach to abiding by our Code of Ethics."

Colleen M. Chun (R), CRB, CRS, GRI, Senior Partner with Island, REALTORS®,is Past President of the Hawaii Aloha Chapter of CRS, which named her “CRSof the Year” in 2007. The Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) designation, thehighest professional designation awarded to REALTORS® in the residential salesfield, is held by fewer than 3 percent of all REALTORS®. She is currently the“Chapter with a Heart” Chair and will serve as its Co-Chair again next year. Chunalso holds the CRB (Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager) and GRI(Graduate REALTOR® Institute) designations and is the 2011 and 2012Treasurer of the Hawaii CRB Chapter. She served on the Honolulu Board ofREALTORS® Grievance Committee for 7 years.

Comments: “Each year the number of candidates for the Aloha ‘Aina Awards increases and so doesthe caliber of these professionals. It certainly makes me proud to be a REALTOR® when I read thecomments submitted by members of the general public about the excellent service they received fromtheir REALTORS®!

J. David Kennedy, Honolulu Star-Advertiser Senior Vice President ofMarketing, is a 30-year veteran of the newspaper business. His experience andexpertise in print media have taken him to communities across the U.S. and toGuam. He joined the Hawaii Newspaper Agency in 1999 as Retail Ad Directorfor The Honolulu Advertiser and the Honolulu Star-Bulletin. In 2002, after theacquisition of the Honolulu Star-Bulletin by David Black, he helped establish theHonolulu Star-Advertiser. He serves on the boards of the March of Dimes andthe Retail Merchants of Hawaii and is a member of the Ala Moana Rotary.

Comments: “The increased number of submissions for Aloha ‘Aina Awardrecognition we received this year confirms that high quality service is

consistently provided by our REALTORS®. The clients they’ve served clearly recognize and appreciatethe commitment these professionals made to ensure their real estate goals were achieved. Choosing 10winners from the 436 nominees who made it to the ‘semifinals’ was a responsibility all seven of us tookvery seriously. We were impressed, not only by the ‘above and beyond’ aspect of the service describedin the case histories provided by clients, but also by the bonds that were developed in the course of thetransactions. The Honolulu Board of REALTORS® has good reason to be proud of its members.”

John Harris (R), CRB, CRS is the Broker/Owner of RE/MAX Honolulu. Hewas 2010 President of the Hawaii Chapter of the Council of Real EstateBrokerage Managers, a not-for-profit affiliate of the National Association ofREALTORS® and the premier industry organization for managers, brokers andowners. In 1998 he was an Aloha ‘Aina REALTOR® Award winner, and in 2000he was named one of Hawaii’s Top Young Businesspeople in the PacificBusiness News “40 Under 40” feature.

Comments: “Serving as an Aloha ‘Aina judge for the second consecutiveyear was both an honor and a privilege. It was quite inspiring to see, on a veryintimate basis, how many lives were touched by our REALTOR® nominees. My

pride in our industry’s professionalism and outstanding practitioners was made even stronger throughthis rewarding experience.”

However, first-time buyers and sellersare not always fully aware of how workingwith a licensed real estate professional willbenefit them. Typically, people embarkingon their first real estate venture will ask,“Just what does a REALTOR® do to earntheir commission on a sale?” — and it’s afair question. Of course, a list of the basicservices provided is easily obtained, butthere’s more to it than that. What is usuallyin question is the amount and quality ofservice they can expect from theREALTOR® they decide to work with. Theanswer is, in most cases: “Whatever it takesto accomplish a fair and successfultransaction for the client.” Unlike otherregulated, licensed professions such as law,medicine and accountancy, there are nohourly rates involved. The real estateprofessional is remunerated only at theconclusion of the transaction, or not at all

if the transaction is cancelled.Generally finding the right home for a

client, or marketing their existing home,involves a huge investment of time andsometimes money as well. Anyone whonumbers REALTORS® among theirpersonal friends, knows they are rarelyavailable for social events on Sundayafternoons — a time reserved for hostingopen houses or driving clients aroundneighborhoods to try to find that “dreamhome.” Should a home not sell as quicklyas the client might wish, REALTORS®often go beyond “staging” the home so itlooks its best. Real case histories of howREALTORS® have extended themselves tomarket a home, even investing their ownmoney in enhancements or to ensure theirclient gets the home of their choice, can bereviewed in the showcase of this year’sAloha ‘Aina REALTOR® Award winners

on pages 13-15. Real estate is very much a “people

business.” Many REALTORS®also dedicate their personaltime, energy and funds tocharities and programs thatbenefit the community —everything from participatingin the “Race for the Cure” tobuilding houses for “Habitat forHumanity” to supporting the artswith programs such as “REALTORS®for Opera,” and, of course,involvement in numerous charities andactivities geared to helping those inneed during the holiday season. Clientsalso benefit from the aloha REALTORS®earn through their contributions to thecommunity.

Among the many services REALTORS®provide to their clients, one is pivotal andpriceless — the expertise acquired boththrough education and experience thatenables them to protect their clients’interests from the inception to theconclusion of the real propertytransaction. Whether the property value is$100,000 or $1 million, a REALTOR®’sguidance through the complexities and

legal ramifications of the transaction isessential, particularly today with manynew laws and regulations affectingfinancing and real property. The PurchaseContract, the basic instrument of a realproperty transaction, is now 12 pages withmore than 80 provisions. Mistakes andmisinterpretations can be costly and evenresult in litigation. A professionalREALTOR® is trained to spot any possiblepitfalls that could derail the transaction orprove damaging to their client.

When working with a REALTOR®, youare working with a professional whovoluntarily agrees to abide by the NationalAssociation of REALTORS® Code ofEthics, which states in part:

“In recognition and appreciation oftheir obligations to clients, customers, thepublic, and each other, REALTORS®continuously strive to become and remaininformed on issues affecting real estateand, as knowledgeable professionals, theywillingly share the fruit of their experienceand study with others.

“The term REALTOR® has come toconnote competency, fairness and highintegrity resulting from adherence to alofty ideal of moral conduct in businessrelations. No inducement of profit and noinstruction from clients ever can justify

departure from this ideal.”To be sure your agent is a

REALTOR®, visit the web-site, www.hicentral.com.


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REALTOR®of aTrue Value

The vast majority of real estate transactions in the U.S. arehandled by REALTORS®, licensed real estate agents who, as

members of the National Association of REALTORS®, agree to holdthemselves to the highest standards and abide by a strict Code ofEthics. The Aloha ‘Aina REALTOR® Awards is a special program thathighlights the exceptional work of REALTORS®.

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SUSAN N. BOROCHOVColdwell Banker Pacific Properties

CHELSEY K. FLANAGANKobatake Realty LLC

SHARON KEATINGCENTURY 21 All Islands

DAVID J. KUCICHawaii Military Realty, Inc.

DENISE L. MIYAHIRAIsland, REALTORS®

LYNN C. PLANTZColdwell Banker Pacific Properties

LARRY T. SAITOHawaii Resource Realty

YUKIKO SATOColdwell Banker Pacific Properties

LYNN M. WILKINSONPrudential Advantage Realty

To all the winners of this year’s program, mahalo for your professionalismand dedication to our community. We join you in your commitment to help

the people of Hawaii make their dreams of home ownership possible.

Congratulations2011 ALOHA ‘AINA REALTOR® AWARD WINNERS

All nominees aremembers of theHonolulu Boardof REALTORS®


2011 Aloha‘Aina REALTOR® Award Winners

“Yvonne not only helped me find a home,she found me a lender as well,” said oneclient who was new to Hawaii. “She educatedme about the market so I could identify along-term investment that filled myimmediate needs.” During the process, theclient stayed at Yvonne’s home andcommented, “Now, that’s a full serviceREALTOR®. I was in a position to see how shetreated all her clients, who are like family toher. She and her husband cleaned windowsand packed up breakables for clients. Theygave one a door from their home. Her clientsbecome friends, and I’m pleased to becomeone as well.” A buyer in California noted how impressed

he was with Yvonne’s familiarity with all partsof Oahu. He also commented that, as anattorney, Yvonne has extra insight into allphases of the transaction. “We were happywith her recommendations for an insuranceagent and home loan broker. Every personshe recommended is as professional andhonest as she has been.”A Florida resident facing foreclosure on a

property in Hawaii credits Yvonne forsuccessful negotiations with the bank andsale of the property to a new owner whiledealing with a difficult tenant as well. “I am convinced that the purchase of our

beach property in Kailua would not haveoccurred without Yvonne’s real estate

knowledge and people skills,” said anotherCalifornia buyer. Though they had purchasedsix homes over the years, they noted this wastheir most challenging transaction. “Yvonne isthe brightest, most diligent real estate agentwe have ever worked with,” they said.A buyer who was losing hope of ever finding

a home, said, “We decided to go with Yvonneand put in an offer on a short sale. Her followup was great and we managed to get throughseveral foreclosure dates. Even when theywould not postpone, she wouldn’t take no foran answer and kept making calls and writingletters. Without her diligence, we would havelost this home that we purchased at a goodprice.”

Yvonne Jaramillo AhearnHome Shoppe Hawaii

Sellers represented by Susan Borochovwere convinced that their property would nothave sold had it not been for her personalefforts and superior market knowledge.“Susan’s tireless attention to detail revealedan unexpected non-compliance in astructural portion of the property,” one sellernoted. “She spent countless hours obtaininga general contractor, carpenter, plumber,electrician and painter to make it all right.She staged the home and held an openhouse almost every weekend until theproperty sold.” They added that they neverfelt desperate due to Susan’s “engagingstyle and manner, honesty, integrity andsuperior service,” and that she demonstrated

“amazing grace and compassion” at a timethat was particularly tough for the family.Another seller who thought their house

was a “loser” and a “tough sell” relied onSusan to keep them focused on the positiveaspects of the property and to correctdefects. “Before advertising the house, shemade sure it was ready,” they said. “She hasa keen sense of what buyers respond to. Shehad every kind of contractor on her smartphone and then set about forming teams toprepare the house for sale. She had anengineer assess the soundness of thefootings of the house and rock walls. Hisreassuring report was made available topotential buyers. She carried in heavy loads

of staging material and transformed theloser into a definite contender.” Amongexamples of Susan’s exceptional servicewas refinishing weathered milo wood postsat her own expense before scheduling andsupervising photography. “More remarkablethan a professional following up on bigthings, is someone who takes care of littlethings. Susan provided us with a bindercontaining all the sale documentation. Sheeven provided an envelope for filing nextyear’s taxes, transferred utilities to the newhouse, and sent the encroachmentagreement to the neighbor. Susan clearlyattends to every detail.”

Susan BorochovColdwell Banker Pacific Properties

A seller client of Chelsey Flanagan praisedher efficiency in creating a timeline for theentire transaction and keeping them advisedon what to expect from start to finish. Shealso provided an estimate of closing costsand net profit spreadsheet unique to thetransaction. “She literally left me nothing toworry about and was always 100 percentethical. Her follow-up was above andbeyond,” the client said.A first-time homebuyer on a budget credits

Chelsey’s persistence and flexibility for

finding them the perfect home despitedifficult time and financial constraints. “Mybudget matched most condo prices, but Idesired a single-family home,” the buyer said.“I only had one and a half weeks to geteverything in line before heading out to seafor a month cruise. I would be home for oneweek, then at sea again for another month.Chelsey met me in the evenings and set upopportunities to meet with loan officers. Theproperty I ended up purchasing was one thatshe found after only one day on the market.

I was able to get my bid in and get my offeraccepted before I left again.” The successfulbuyer noted that the property was a uniquehillside home, for which Chelsey pulled allneeded building permits in a short time. Theysaid they would have been impressed withher performance under any circumstances,but particularly since she managed to turnover the keys literally hours before givingbirth to her first child.

Chelsey FlanaganKobatake Realty


2011 Aloha‘Aina REALTOR® Award Winners

A first-time homebuyer expressed her appre-ciation of Sharon Keating’s patience in guid-ing her through an unfamiliar process. “Shealways encouraged me to ask questions andmade sure I understood what was happening.She truly wanted me to find the perfect placeand never rushed me to make a purchase. Shemade my first buying experience both memo-rable and enjoyable. And she continues to fol-low up with me to make sure I am happy in mynew home.”

As a seller’s agent, Sharon provided herclient with guidance that resulted in sellingwhat they thought was a tear-down for close

to its assessed value. “At our first meeting, shepresented us with a detailed listing of compa-rable properties that had sold in the last 12months and current active listings,” they said.“She created and posted a video that revealednot only the run-down condition of the prop-erty but also its possibilities. We had multipleoffers and counter offers, and the house soldin two months.”

A condo owner, whose property had been onthe market for over five months without any ac-tivity, describes meeting Sharon as “a breathof fresh air.” Before the listing contract wassigned, Sharon previewed the vacant condo

and suggested repairs. “After I signed the con-tract, Sharon had her crew clean and shineeverything and added her own personal stag-ing touches. The condo looked amazing andsold within one week of being back on themarket and for nearly list price!”

Another client was impressed with Sharon’semphasis on making sure they knew what toexpect in selling the home and what to expectfrom her. “She followed up on conversationswith email summarizing phone calls. Shebrought in a plumber and a landscaper beforeputting the house on the market. She priced it‘just right’ and we received multiple offers.”

Sharon KeatingCentury 21 All Islands

“The word ‘exceptional’ does not even beginto describe the service provided by David Kucic”is a sentiment shared by his many militaryclients. Dealing with time differences, distancesand tight schedules has proved to be no obsta-cle for David in achieving the goals of both buy-ers and sellers.

“Dave has vast knowledge of the entire islandof Oahu, which I learned after asking for show-ings from Ko Olina to Waikiki. He understandsthe essence of the neighborhoods and thelifestyles they would fit. He is available literallynight and day and never took more than an hourto return a call. While I was in Iraq, Davechecked out properties and took photos which

he emailed. He also took videos and uploadedthem to YouTube. I trusted Dave so much that Iput in an offer on a condo I had never been in.Most agents follow through to closing, but Davestill sends me updates on sold properties in mybuilding and keeps tabs on the market. I have atleast five friends who have used Dave, andeveryone has been as thankful to him as I have.”

A military family who had purchased a homewhile stationed in Hawaii found themselves fac-ing a short sale. They turned the problem prop-erty over to David who was able to conclude asuccessful sale before the client’s transfer. “Weare forever thankful for his enormous efforts andgreat work,” they said.

A military pilot stationed in Korea was unsureabout where he would live when notified of atransfer to Hawaii, but a referral to David led toa successful purchase of the family’s first home.“First he is retired military, so his knowledge andprofessionalism when dealing with the militarybuyer is second to none. Without his knowledgeof the local area, VA benefits and the buyingprocess, I never would have been able to han-dle the purchase being out of the country. WhenI arrived at the airport with my family, he wasthere waiting with his ohana and the spirit ofaloha that only a true Island representativecould produce. David and his wife not only wereour agents, but quickly became our friends.”

David KucicHawaii Military Realty

“Denise is a fantastic REALTOR® who helpedus achieve our dream of becoming homeowners in Hawaii. She exemplifies all that thereal estate profession strives for,” said a buyerclient. “Denise got to know our family, even ourpets, and made it a point to understand whatwe were looking for. She was always positiveand put us in touch with a banker who alsounderstood our family’s needs and got us a VAmortgage. They expanded our search beyondsingle family homes to condominiums so wewere able to find housing options within ourbudget. In the end, we bought a condo acrossfrom our children’s school and within walkingdistance of our workplace.”

A seller who avoided foreclosure with

Denise’s assistance described her as “not onlya highly skilled professional, but also acompassionate human being.” The client’scondo was about to be auctioned, when Deniseprovided a plan to avoid foreclosure and tookover dealings with the lender and law firm.“Denise made calculations and determined mycondo could sell very quickly if priced right.Time was of the essence for the auction wasweeks away. Her vast knowledge of the localmarket enabled her to quickly assess theproperty’s value and determine an attractiveasking price. Indeed, there was a buyer with aviable offer within hours of the listing beingposted. She also made a counter offer withterms that expedited the escrow process. Her

knowledge of the workings of the financecompanies enabled her to get through to theright people. She was persistent and finally gotthe lender to stay the foreclosure. She alsoattempted to contact the attorney assigned tothe foreclosure but could not reach him. On thedate of the auction, Denise went to thecourthouse, tracked down the attorney andpresented documentation indicating the stay ofthe foreclosure. The auction was only thenaverted and the property sold for Denise’sasking price. Her intervention brought about apositive conclusion to what could have been ahorrendous experience. Denise saved myfinancial life.”Denise Miyahira

Island, REALTORS®


2011 Aloha ‘Aina REALTOR® Award Winners

A real estate developer represented by LynnPlantz in the family’s first purchase in Hawaii notedthat he knew from experience how important it is towork with the best agents to achieve success. “Afterrelocating back to Hawaii in March, my wife and Ibegan interviewing agents for a home purchase,which became even more important when wediscovered we were expecting our first child inJune,” he said. “When we met with Lynn, we wereso impressed with her desire to understand ourgoals and challenges that we teamed with her rightaway. She immediately began canvassing themarket, and in two days found a beautiful home inKailua just reduced in price. The next day we

presented an offer and a few days later were incontract. The process flow and system in whichLynn communicated were remarkably efficient. Inthe due diligence period, Lynn uncovered anelectrical easement that the seller had notdisclosed. She resolved the problem with the resultthat the purchase price was reduced by anadditional $10,000. Lynn’s aloha for our family waseven more evident when she volunteered to carryand feed our new baby during our two-hour loanand escrow document signing. We are extremelygrateful for Lynn’s selflessness, talents and passionin helping us realize our dream of homeownershipin Hawaii.”

A client preparing to sell an older family homenoted that Lynn provided expert advice andassistance in getting the home ready for marketing.“Lynn used her decorating talent and helped usselect interior and exterior painting schemes. Shecontacted contractors to do repairs at costs withinour budget. She provided open house postcards ather expense and hosted 40 plus groups that camethrough. By the following day, we had multipleoffers, four over the list price. While it is never easyto part with one’s family home after the death ofparents, Lynn’s professionalism made the sale lessstressful and at a price above our expectations. Ivalue her as an exemplary REALTOR® and friend.”

Lynn PlantzColdwell Banker PacificProperties

A buyer client summarized Larry’s exceptionalservice as “complexity simplified by communication,communication, communication.” The family wasplanning a move to Hawaii after living in Asia for 11years and Larry was able to successfully coordinatelegal matters between two countries, as well asexplain, translate and sign documents while the clientwas overseas, and create a special computerprogram. The result was a seamless transaction, withthe client obtaining a home in their neighborhood ofchoice.

Another buyer was impressed with Larry’s detailedresearch into properties being considered. Hereviewed documents to discover repairs that would

eventually involve a levy on homeowners in theassociation, an amount the buyer could not absorb.“When we finally found the home I wanted, Larry tooktime to investigate aspects we don’t always thinkabout — the attic, grounds, plumbing, recent repairs,maintenance and potential expenses. Board minutesdo not share verbal complaints about noisyneighbors, so Larry went out to the property at allhours and shared his findings with me as a finalconsideration prior to concluding the purchase. Hereminded me about first-time owner incentives andmade sure I completed forms to ensure I’d get thetax advantage. When interest rates or regulationschanged or government incentives became available,

Larry was in contact. He handled every aspect of mypersonal investment in a home as if it were his own.”

Saito also demonstrated expertise in handlingtransactions involving 1031 Exchanges. “Everythingwent very smoothly for both the buyer and the seller,”the client said. “He listened carefully to what our basicrequirements were and fulfilled all of them and thensome. He was very involved in securing ourreplacement property and followed up with all partiesto the transaction. He gave us comparables on allproperties and negotiated a fair price for buyer andseller. Larry is the fairest REALTOR® I ever met! Wewould most definitely work with him again and referhim to our friends.”

Larry SaitoHawaii Resource Realty

“I first met Yukiko Sato in 2008 at an open housein my Manoa neighborhood. I was struck with hersincere and friendly manner. I briefly explained mycircumstances to her at that time and she listenedvery intently and somehow I knew we had made thestart of a very important connection,” said a clientfaced with the responsibility of selling the familyhome of 50 years. Yukiko provided valuable guidancein preparing the home for sale and escorted the clientto open houses in the neighborhood as a basis forstaging and pricing her home. She also assisted in

packing up household items and holding an estatesale. When a title search showed a rock wallencroachment on a neighbor’s property she arrangedfor an attorney to draw up necessary documentation,making it a non-issue in the sale. When the ownerreturned to the Mainland, Yukiko listed the home onthe MLS, which generated three requests for privateshowings, two of which led to offers, one beingaccepted. “We closed right on schedule andeverything went seamlessly,” the seller said. “Myfriends and family were all amazed as we know how

difficult home sales are in these tough economictimes.”

“Yukiko was exceptional in every way. She was hardworking, thorough, professional and always cheerfuldespite a difficult market and selling situation,”commented another seller client. “She exceeded ourexpectations with her attention to detail and timelyand efficient service. She always kept us informed,never missed an appointment or showing, and wasmore than fair in all her dealings. I told her after thesale that she is my ‘REALTOR® for life.’”

Yukiko SatoColdwell Banker PacificProperties

Spotting a familiar name as listing REALTOR® ona yard sign was the starting point on the path tohomeownership for a buyer, who noted that he is“the first in my family to buy a house of my own.” “Itall started when I saw a sign in front of a house withLynn Wilkinson’s name on it. Lynn is a friend of mymother, and I’ve known her as ‘Auntie Lynn.’ My wifeand I called and we are glad we did.” Lynn was able

to find them a house they liked and couldafford. However, just before closing, the buyercontacted Lynn and said he was getting “cold

feet.” “Lynn remained calm. She gave us the optionsand said to sleep on it. The next day we were feelingpositive again and we bought the house. We areremodeling it and so happy to have a family homeat an affordable price, which we never dreamedcould come true.” Lynn also helped the client getbuilding permits, personally covered the cost of yardwork, and presented them with a new mail boxalong with the house keys.

Another couple on a budget reports, “We had adream to buy a house and our friend told us about

REALTOR® Lynn Wilkinson. We could afford only alow price and most of the houses we looked at werefalling down or too small. Lynn found a threebedroom house, which was a foreclosure and in badshape, but the price was good. When we told Lynnwe really wanted it she provided information abouta repair loan. We got our keys as a Christmaspresent, and now our house is like new.”

Lynn WilkinsonPrudential Advantage Realty


To all the nominees of this year’s program, mahalo for your professionalism and dedication toour community. We join you in your commitment to helping the people of Hawaii make theirdreams of home ownership possible.

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE NOMINEES!

Congratulations2011 ALOHA ‘AINA REALTOR® AWARD NOMINEES

Brandi M. AbramsClaire L. AddisonGloria AffigneCora AgliamEditha G. AguniasWilliam W. AhanaYvonne Jaramillo AhearnChristy P. AiwohiSue AldenBob AllenFrankie AndersonPatricia Ann AndersonGreg AndrasickJennifer L. AndrewsJamie M. ApunaMyra D. AquinoAngelina L. ArevaloRie S. AskeyKimberly AtkinsSharon M. AuSherrie AuGayle S. AyakawaRuwena D. BaetiongBryan V. BalisacanJoycelyn B. BanasNorman A. BantaOrion R. BarelsJudy BarrettVera Wang BeckvallDolores P. BedionesTrevor W. BennJase BennettMandy BernerKoby BerringtonLeana BerwickEdward L. BlottenbergerMikako T. BordenDale K. BordnerSusan N. BorochovTiffany S. BoveJenny L. BradyMyra BrandtVictor BrandtPaula K. Bruno

David E. BuckWin BuiKumiko BurnsNelson CadienteCy D. CarnateConstance K. CarrConnie CarvillScott R. CarvillKarla F. CaseyCherie K. CastanaresDeborah CastroPaz R. CateilScott A. ChaiSharon P.M. ChaiJames S. ChanSteph ChanStephanie L. ChanAngela ChangCeleste J. CheesemanAndy T. ChenPei-Jiin ChenRosa C.H. ChiangLaura ChinenRonda W. Ching DayLena L. ChingStephanie ChirrickLaura ChongColleen M. ChunRashan P. CorpuzDonna L. CotaKelly Ann CoteLeonard W. CouzijnBob CowanRichard CrabbeRichard S. CricchioFred C. CruzTess CruzJackie D'OrazioBrad DangCherie H. DangEvelyn N. De GraciaNorma G. De JesusMark-Allen H. DeCastroLali DeWolfe

Bob R. DeYoungMaria E. Dela CruzCherrieann DiazDon W. DietzRodney DrummerMarilou P. DuldulaoEarllyn Uilani EbbertMary Tess F. EduClorinda C. EnosJoan M. EsperasMary A. FarkashDancetta M. FearyChelsey K. FlanaganLena L. FongJoAnn FoulkesMarion G. FoxMichael W FrankChristiane FrieseEmi T. FritzEti FuchsGlen H. FujiharaKaryl W. FujiiGayle T. Fujita RamseyJenalyn T. FujiwaraScott T. FujiwaraZachary T. FukinoAlaina L FukuiNelson FukukiLorraine M. FukumaeLyle GaldeiraPat GardnerDeborah Ann GarrowJema GeronimoStephanie GieselerShizue S. GoldblattRosa M. GomesAllison S. GotoJoan GrahamPatrick T. GrahamAllison P. GreenJennifer G. GuaschDee R. GuzmanGaylien S. HallRenee Hampton

Theresa HardenLynell HartArla HarveyWalt HarveyCarol Y. HayashiSusan HayterFelix A. HernandezEllen H. HiromotoDavid HiteHeidi HoJanine Olga HolSherry L. Holt-ReeseJoshua HoritaDarouny HuEarl W. HulseHerwin C. HungJudy HwangPatti IchidaCharlene M. IkedaCarol T. ImainoMaryanne InouyeJoelle M. IshiiTomoko IshikawaSteven K. ItoNancee Jenko CrispinHelene P. JersetsRajiv JetleyVineeta JetleyNina JohanssonZona JonesShirley JudgeCarol L. KageSheri A. KagimotoQuincy H. KaneshiroRaymond KangYoshiko KasugaCorey T. KawaiSharon KeatingBrandon E. KimMichele D.

Kim-NakagawaDeanne Lai Jun KimhanDuke M. KimhanJennifer M. Kimura

Janis K. KinmoreChris Y. KitaokaLisa B. KnottJonathan S. KonoJessie R. KoppelDan KoyamatsuJohn Jodan Kraemer Frances KubaDavid J. KucicNeil T.K. KuiokaRyan D. KumabeMark K. KumamotoJudy E. KumanoPerry KunishigeSherrie A. KurodaMichael D. LaMary LaVoieConchita C. LaiYumiko T. LaneyVincent LaoBrandon C. LauKaren E. LauJane D. Le WrightKelly A. LeeMari I. LeePeter M. LeeSue Ann S.H. LeeSungok Lee-CricchioMelissa J. LehnaDarlene D. LeongAndrew LeskowitzDavid D.K. LiCaron A. LingNelly P. LiuNatividad I. LivedMelanie LongWilliam W.W. LooStephanie L. LopezDeborah V. LowDarryl MachaMarc S. MachbitzAnita M. MadayagElizabeth C. MakananiMaggie Man

Sandra M.L. MannCecilia D. ManungasCarole A. ManuwaDawn MarieRegina C. MassGary S. MasudaRoy T. MatsuiKimiko MayLeslie A. McCabeKai McDurminMelissa Marie McGuireYoung M. McTernanJulie MeierJennifer Melchor SisonJeanne F. MelketToni Rae Mello-MendezJames J. MeuerCaroline M. MillerShaila S. MirchandaniGalen MiuraNaoko MiuraLauren Y. I. MiyaharaDenise L. MiyahiraConrad MolinaLiz MooreSharon N. MooreJames MoreChris MorganTeri MorrissetteSandra Sagisi MoserLeon MosherMarshall C. MowerKristin S. MukaiRodney S. MukaiPat MunenoSheri S.Y. Murasaki Cynthia L. MurphyDennis J. MuthFusayo H. NagaiBlaise M. NakagawaRobert NakagawaJoyce R. NakamuraTristen Ige NakamuraCarl M. Nakao

Jocelyn O.Negranza-Leano

Cheryl NekotaTricia NekotaMegumi N. NekotaniMavis K.L. NellasDavid Eng NgNani NikcevichRoy H. NinomiyaWayne K. NishidaGlenn S. NishiharaJason Y. NishikawaRussell K. NishimotoAnn K. NoguchiWayne T. NojiriDiana M. NovoselicNikki M.C. O’RourkeScott K. OgasawaraJohn OhamaSteve K. OkadaGlen K. OkanoKeiko OkazakiKendra K. OkihiroRonald M. OkuboSandra S. OmiyaSeiko OnoLeilani R. OrnellasKevin T. OtaGina M. OvertonAntonnietta M. PalacioSally A. PalafoxLuise S. PalaitaMei PangColleen Pang-WongByron J. ParkJeri ParkerLuis F. PasionShoko PaulIlona PenzesMahealani PerkinsAda PeroutkaShiela Marie SJ PesebreJayne Francis PetersonJoe Pineda

Melinda A. PinterLynn C. PlantzCathy PossediSusana PoulinBarbara H. PrattChristopher A.

PrendergastTom PreslerRay Radim Prosek Fukuyuki PuckettDavelyn A. QuijanoKathleen P. RamosIris T. RapozaCindy Rees-OuchiRonald H. RichardsEva L. RobelloWilliam T. RobillardMaxine J. RobsonHazel D. RocesConnie E.A. RodriguesAileen S.

Rodriguez-ChizerElena RoudLee RugglesMonalisa SaboLarry T. SaitoKeith E.H. SakodaAtau SakumaCorazon A. SalvadorGayla R.N. SasakiLaura J. SasakiMichael H. SasanoAtsuko SatoYukiko SatoHeather SelvitelleAlyce S. SerikakuLori M. SharpeKaryn S. ShaunnessyEve L. ShereGary Y. ShibataEthel T. ShimaRina ShinagawaHillary SibleyKenneth R. Sikes

Eleanor S. SimonCindy SiokMalia SiuShannon K. SmithSuzanne D. SmithKimberly L. SoaresJudy SobinSean SonodaTerrie Lynn SpotkaeffScott K. StartsmanJennifer StellmacherElizabeth StewardMary Jane StonerTracey Anne Stott KelleyEdward H. StoutAdeline F. SueokaVirginia B. SugiharaEdward Sangbok SuhMichele TaanBobbin TabalnoNeal S. TachibanaNoble L. TacrasCourtney J. TakaiGerald T. TakasakiGary K. TakayamaPatti C. TakayamaYukiko TakenakaChad M. TakesueMichelle TakushiLeiona R. TamuraBee K. TanJana TanoRaphael B. TaparraKevin E. TenganWendy N. TennLarry ThomasHelgi ThorhallssonLynn T. TomaCoreen A.Tomita-SupnetDeb TompkinsBernie TongNorma J. TorresAbron ToureSharon L. Trehern

Cherie L. TsukamotoKathy TsweiMegan M. TuneHisako UedaKaren Y. UeharaWade UeharaKengo UenoHazel UncianoKevin K. UyedaAlly M. UyeharaMichelle K.A. ValeraFrancis Van RafelghemTeana VannKevin L. VoorheisAileen Y. WadaSandra D. WaialealePriscilla WalthouseJohn Keoni WelchKathie WellsMaria C. WhiteLynn M. WilkinsonJonie Lyn WilliamsCorinda S. WongJordan W.Y. Wong, Jr.Rowena S. WongWendell M.Y. WongTerry YamamotoDerrick T. YamaneJon M. YamasatoCarlin YamashitaBruce W. YanagiharaGeorge T. YanaiSean S. YanoM. JoAnn YeeJoy K. Yonemura OdaLani Chihoko YosemoriJodie H.T. YoshinoMichael YoshinoChester L. YoungDebbie L. YoungChris M. YozampChristine M. YuuBarbara ZacharyMichael Zimmerman

All nominees aremembers of theHonolulu Boardof REALTORS®


Mahalo to Hawaii’s real estate community and our loyal customers for recognizingour professional achievements and dedication to personal service.

Brandi M. Abrams(RA) CRS, ABR, SFR

Prudential Locations, LLC.808-225-5325

Claire L. AddisonREALTOR® JD, SRESAll Island Homes, LLC

(808) 779-5810

Gloria Affigne(R) Broker/Owner, ABR, CLHMS, CRS

Kahala Associates(808) 226-4606

Cora Agliam(RA), ABR, GRI, SRES

Coldwell Banker Pacific Properties808-780-7226

Editha G. Agunias(RA) SFR

Herbert K. Horita Realty, Inc.(808) 780-9670

William Ahana(R) CRS, GRI

East Oahu Realty, [email protected]

Christy Aiwohi(RA) ABR, AHWD, BBA, CNAS, GRI, RSPS, SFR

Century 21 All Islands(808) 551-6364

Sue Alden(RA) GRI, SFR, AHWD, e-PRO


Frankie Anderson(R) CRS, Vice President

Coldwell Banker Pacific Properties(808) 282-2411

Patricia Anderson(RA) ABR, CRS, CDPE, e-PRO, GREEN, SFR, SRES, WRELDA

RE/[email protected]

Greg Andrasick(R) ABR

Benn Pacific Group, Inc.(808) 386-3153

Jennifer L. Andrews(R) BIC, Projects ManagerPrimary Properties, Inc.

(808) 478-5118

Jamie M. Apuna(R) e-PRO, CRS, GRI, SRESMarcus & Associates, [email protected]

Myra D. Aquino(R) GRI

Alliance Realty Int’l LLC(808) 284-5650

Rie S. AskeyREALTOR®


Sharon Au(R) CRB, CRS, GRI, GREEN SRES

Properties of the [email protected]

Gayle S. AyakawaREALTOR® Associate


Yvonne J. Ahearn, Esq.REALTOR®, Principal Broker

Home Shoppe Hawaii(808) 721-8088

Sherrie Au(RA) CRS, GRI, ABR, CDPE

Prudential Locations, LLC(808) 262-2727

Kimberly AtkinsREALTOR® Associate, SFR

Valcore Realty [email protected]



Norman A. Banta(R) MBA


Judy Barrett(R) ABR, CRS, GRI, RSPSJudy Barrett, REALTOR®

[email protected]

Trevor W. Benn(R) ABR, e-PRO, GRI, SFR

Benn Pacific Group, Inc.(808) 383-2366

Leana BerwickREALTOR® AssociateElite Pacific Properties

[email protected]

Edward BlottenbergerREALTOR®

First Hawaiian Realty(808) 479-7653

Mikako Borden(RA) CHMS


Dale K. Bordner(R) BIC, CRB, CRS, GRI, SRES

Island, REALTORS®

[email protected]

Susan Borochov(RA) ABR, GRI, CRS


Jenny L. BradyREALTOR®, CRB, CRS

Hokua Hawaii Realty, LLC.(808) 258-5125

Myra Brandt(R) PB, CIPS, CLHMS, CRS, GRI


Victor Brandt(R) CCIM, CRS, GRI


Paula BrunoREALTOR®, CRS, GRI, BICHokua Hawaii Realty, LLC.

(808) 255-2414

David E. BuckREALTOR®

Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers(808) 371-3509

Win BuiREALTOR®


Kumiko Burns(R) CRS, CIPS, GRI, SRESPrudential Locations, LLC.

(808) 371-0711

Nelson Cadiente(RA) ABR, SFR


Constance “Connie” K. Carr(RA) GRI

East Oahu Realty, Inc(808) 286-5409

Koby Berrington(R) CRS, e-PRO


Joycelyn B. BanasREALTOR®, CRS, SRESMarcus & Associates, Inc.

(808) 203-6933

Ruwena D. Baetiong(RA) ABR, AHWD, GRI, SFRCentury 21 Homefinders of HI

(808) 778-2250



Karla Casey(R) PB

Casey & Associates(808) 366-4306

Paz R. CateilREALTOR® Associate

Century 21 Homefinders of Hawaii(808) 620-4846

Scott A. ChaiREALTOR®

Century 21 Realty Specialists(808) 383-3061

Sharon P. M. Chai(R) CRS

East Oahu Realty(808) 225-7362

James S. ChanPartner (R)

Prudential Locations, LLC.(808) 551-7966

Steph Chan(R) ABR, CHMS, SRES, SFR


Stephanie L. Chan(R) Partner


Celeste J. Cheeseman(RA), AHWD, CRS, e-PROCentury 21 Liberty Homes

(808) 375-1404

Andy T. Chen(R) SRES

Century 21 Aloha Properties(808) 228-7098

Rosa C. Chiang(R) GRI, SFR

RC Hawaii Properties(808) 222-9282

Laura Chinen(RA) CDPE


Lena ChingREALTOR® Associate

Prudential Advantage Realty(808) 561-7841

Stephanie L. Chirrick(RA) SFR, SRES


Laura P. Chong(RA)


CongratulationsAloha ‘Aina

2011Nominees

Colleen M. Chun(R) CRB, CRS GRIIsland, REALTORS®

[email protected]

Rashan P. Corpuz(RA) ABR

Ainalani Realty, LLC(808) 389-9388

Donna L. Cota(RA) AHWD, e-PRO, GRI, SFR, Property Manager

C21 Homefinders of Hawaii(808) 778-7609

Kelly Ann Cote(RA) SFR


Connie CarvillREALTOR®, CRS, GRI

Carvill & Company LLC(808) 263-5900



Fred C. CruzREALTOR® Associate

Herbert K. Horita Realty, Inc.808-224-0402

Cherie H. Dang(RA) ABR

Help-U-Sell Honolulu Properties(808) 225-0865

Norma G. De Jesus(RA) GRI, ABR

Captain Cook Real Estate(808) 847-4456

Mark-Allen H. DeCastro(R) CRB, CRS, GRI

Mark DeCastro Realty & Associates, LLC.(808) 223-4029

Maria Dela CruzREALTOR® Associate


Lali DeWolfe(RA) GRI, e-PRO, SRES, CMRS, CHMS


Cherrieann Diaz(R), BIC, GRI, ABR, SFR, SRES, RSPS, e-PRO


Donald W. Dietz Jr.REALTOR®, CRS


Earllyn Uilani Ebbert(RA) ABR, GRI

Hawaii Paradise Properties, [email protected]

Mary Tess F. EduREALTOR®, CRS, GRI, SRES, CDPE


Clorinda KSM EnosREALTOR®

Clorinda and Company, LLC(808) 781-8610

Joan M. Esperas(R) ABR, AHWD, CRS, GRI, SFR

RE/MAX-Honolulu(808) 358-9922

Mary A. Farkash(RA) Fine Homes Specialist, e-Certified


Dancetta M. Feary(RA) GRI, SFR


Chelsey Kobatake Flanagan(R) BIC

Kobatake Realty, LLC(808) 368-3320

Bob R. De Young(R) CRS

Bob R. DeYoung, REALTOR(808) 366-1604

Marilou Palisoc DuldulaoREALTOR® Associate

West Oahu Realty(808) 781-5207

Richard CrabbeREALTOR® Associate, SFRMarcus & Associates, Inc.

[email protected]

Richard S. Cricchio(R) CRS, President


Bob Cowan(RA) ABR, CDPE



w w w. H o n o l u l u P r o p e r t i e s . H e l p u s e l l . c o mCall Help-U-Sell.

Richard S. Cricchio(R) PB, CRS

Aloha ‘Aina Nominee

Monica Lee Cricchio(R) CRS

fluent in KoreanAloha ‘Aina Nominee

Bob Allen(R) BIC, ABR, CRB, CRS

fluent in SpanishAloha ‘Aina Nominee

Edward Sangbok Suh(RA)

fluent in KoreanAloha ‘Aina Nominee

Debbie Young(R) CRS, GRI


Don Dietz(R) CRS


Cindy Pandolfe(RA)

Cher Sullivan(RA)

Cherie Dang(RA) ABR

Aloha ‘Aina Nomine

Ruth Khoe(RA)

• Helping Hawaii Sellers and Buyers Save since 2000• Full Service Agents ProvidingFull Service Savings• Call and Ask about Selling and Buying the Help-U-Sell Way!



Glen H. FujiharaPartner (R)

Prudential Locations, [email protected]

Karyl W. Fujii(R) CRS, Fine Homes Specialist

Prudential Locations LLC(808) 754-1080

Jenalyn T. Fujiwara(RA) ABR, GRI

Island, REALTORS®

(808) 687-8033

Scott T. Fujiwara(R) PB, CRB, CRS, e-PRO, GRI, SRES

Island, REALTORS®

(808) 387-6874

Alaina L. FukuiAVP, (R) ABR, CRS, e-PRO, GRI, SRES

Marcus & Associates, [email protected]

Nelson K. Fukuki (R) GRI

Nelson Fukuki Realty(808) 593-0707

Lorraine M. FukumaeVP, (R) CRS, e-PRO, GRIMarcus & Associates, Inc.

(808) 223-9931

Lyle Galdeira(RA)


Pat Gardner(RA) ABR


Deborah Ann Garrow(RA) SFR

Century 21 Paradise International(808) 222-7731

Jema Geronimo(R) ABR, CDPE, CRS, GRI, SRES

Marcus & Associates, Inc.(808) 295-5571

Shizue Goldblatt(R) e-PRO, GRI, SRESSachi Hawaii PCP, LLC

(808) 497-8588

Rosa Gomes(RA) e-PRO, SFR


Emi Fritz(RA) ABR, CHMS, e-PRO, GRI

Sachi Hawaii - Pacific Century Properties LLC(808) 721-7566

Zachary FukinoREALTOR® Associate


Gayle Fujita Ramsey(RA), SFR

Hawaii Real Estate Online, [email protected]


2011Nominees

Jo Ann Foulkes(RA) ABR, AHWD, CDPE, GRI, SFR


Michael Frank(RA) SFR

Century 21 All Islands-Waikele [email protected]

Christiane ‘Chris’ Friese(R) CIPS GRAD, CRS, GRI




Gaylien S. Hall(R) CRS, GRI, SRES

Properties of the Pacific, LLC(808) 733-0727

Renée HamptonAssociate Owner, (RA)

Kahala [email protected]

Lynell HartREALTOR® AssociateSandwich Isles [email protected]

Carol Y. Hayashi(RA) CRS, SRES

Primary Properties, [email protected]

Susan HayterREALTOR® AssociateEast Oahu Realty, Inc.

(808) 258-3681

Ellen H. Hiromoto(R) CRS, GRI


Heidi HoREALTOR® Associate


Sherry Holt-Reese(RA) Previews Team, ATeam, Top Block


Joshua HoritaPresident, (RA) ABR, SFR


Darouny HuAssociate-Owner (RA), CRS


Earl W. Hulse(RA) SRES

Properties of the Pacific(808) 375-2775

Herwin C. Hung(R) CRB, CRS, GRI, SRES


Judy Hwang(R) ABR

Prudential Advantage [email protected]

Janine Olga Hol(RA) WCR, CDPE, HAFA, SRES, SFR

Sterman Realty(808) 927-2030

Dee R. Guzman(RA) SFR, SRES

Peterson Properties of Hawaii, LLC(808) 699-1888

Allison S. GotoREALTOR® Associate

Island Heritage Realty, Inc.(808) 285-1959

Joan Graham(R) ABR, CHMS, CRS, GRI


Allison Green(R) ABR, CRS, GRI, RSPS, SFR, SRES


Jennifer G. GauschREALTOR® Associate

Herbert K. Horita Realty, Inc.c:808-721-0351

Patti Ichida(R) BIC, ABR, CRS, GRI, e-PRO

East Oahu Realty, Inc.(808) 228-8152



Rajiv Jetley(RA) SFR


Nina Johansson(RA) Relocation Specialist, Fine Homes Specialist

Kahala [email protected]

Zona Jones(R) Fine Homes SpecialistPrudential Locations, LLC

(808) 561-1548

Shirley Judge(RA)


Carol L. KageREALTOR® Associate, CRS, GRI


Quincy Kaneshiro(R) Principal Broker

Quincy Kaneshiro, REALTOR(808) 722-5555

Raymond KangREALTOR® Associate


Yoshiko KasugaREALTOR®

Sachi Hawaii PCP, LLC(808) 226-5030

Corey T. Kawai(R) CRS, SRES

Island, REALTORS®

[email protected]

Sharon Keating(R), GRI, e-PRO, SFR, SRES, RSPS

Century 21 All Islandswww.C21-Pro.com

Brandon E. KimREALTOR®


Vineeta Jetley(R) SFR


Michele D. Kim-Nakagawa(R) CNRS, CNAS, CNMS, CNIS


Helene P. Jersets(RA) ABR, CHMS, SRES



2011Nominees

Charlene M. IkedaAVP, (R) ABR, CRS, GRI, SRES


Carol T. Imaino(R) CRS, GRI, SRESImaino Realty LLC

(808) 258-2220

Maryanne Inouye(RA) ABR, CHMS, GRI, MBA

Coldwell Banker Pacific [email protected]

Tomoko IshikawaREALTOR®, CHMS


Deanne Lai Jun Kimhan(RA) SRES

Condo.Com Hawaii(808) 954-0888




Jessie Ricaforte Koppel(RA) SRES


Dan KoyamatsuREALTOR® Associate


Frances Kuba(R) ABR, CRS, e-PRO, SRESHerbert K. Horita Realty, Inc.

808-780-4334

David J. Kucic, 1SG (Ret)(R) CRS, GRI, ABR, e-PRO, CDPE

Hawaii Military Realty, Inc.(808) 218-9338

Neil T. K. Kuioka(RA)


Ryan D. Kumabe(R) AHWD, CRS, e-PRO, SRES

Hebert K. Horita Realty, Inc.(808) 255-5851

Mark Kumamoto(RA) ABR

Prudential Locations, LLC.(808) 732.5028

Judy KumanoREALTOR®


Perry Kunishige(R) MBA, CRB, CRS, GRI


Sherrie Kuroda(R)


Conchita Lai(R) SFR

Century 21 Paradise International(808) 258-0638

Yumi Laney(R) CRS, GRI, SRES


Vincent LaoREALTOR®, Principal Broker

Five Star Realty(808) 382-6871

Brandon C. Lau(R) GRI, SRES, AHWD


Jonathan S. KonoREALTOR®


Jennifer M. KimuraREALTOR®, ABR


Janis K. Kinmore(R) CRS


Chris Y. KitaokaPartner (R)


Lisa B. Knott(RA) e-Certified


Duke Kimhan(R) ABR, CRS, CRB, GRI, SRES

Condo.com Hawaii(808) 277-4677




2011Nominees

Andrew Leskowitz(R) SFR, eCertified, HAFA Certified


David Li(R) BIC, CRS

RE/MAX [email protected]

Caron A. Ling(R) CRS

Hawaii Life Real Estate [email protected]

Natividad I. LivedREALTOR®, SFR

Hebert K. Horita Realty, Inc.c:277-0318

Melanie Long(R) PB, GRI, ABR, CDPE, E-Pro

Pacific International Realty(808) 394-9223

William W. W. Loo(R) CRS, ABR, e-PRO, SRES

Island, REALTORS®

(808) 687-8036

Stephanie L. Lopez(R) ABR, CRS, GRIKahala Associates

(808) 222-8668

Darryl Macha(R) ABR, AHWD, e-PRO, GRI, SFR


Deborah LowREALTOR® Associate


Marc S. Machbitz(RA) CNAS, e-PRO


Anita M. Madayag(RA) ABR, GRI, SFR, SRES


Elizabeth C. MakananiPartner (R)


Nelly P. Liu(R) GRI

NELL [email protected]

Darlene D. Leong(R) AHWD, CRS, GRI


Karen E. Lau(RA)

Prudential Locations, LLC(808)292-2492

Sungok Lee-Cricchio(R) CRS


Mari I. LeeREALTOR® Associate, ABR, CHMS, GRI


Sue Ann S. H. Lee(R) CRS, SRES, e-PRO


Melissa LehnaREALTOR®




Kai McDurmin(R) Vice President


Melissa McGuireREALTOR® AssociateStott Real Estate, [email protected]

Young M. McTernan(R) CRS, GRI Fine Home Specialist


Jeanne Melket(RA) ABR, AHWD, CDPE, GRI, SFR

iProperties [email protected]

Toni Rae Mello-MendezREALTOR® AssociateRE/MAX-Honolulu

(808) 479-0482

Shaila Mirchandani(R) CRS, CLHMS

Island, REALTORS®

[email protected]

Galen Miura(R) PB, CPA, GRI, SRES

Realty Masters, Inc.(808) 754-0326

Naoko MiuraREALTOR® Associate

Sachi Hawaii - PCP, LLC(808) 953-4703

Denise L. MiyahiraREALTOR®, CRS

Island, REALTORS®

(808) 722-0176

Conrad Molina Jr.(RA) ABR, SFR, CDPENextage Aloha Realty

(808) 258-4126

Julie A. Meier(R) ABR, CRS, GRI


Caroline M. Miller(RA) e-PRO, SFR, HAFA, CDPE & Relocation Certified


Lauren Y. I. MiyaharaREALTOR® Associate


Leslie A. McCabeVP, REALTOR®, GRI, SRES


Maggie Man(R) PB, TRC, MBA

Pacific Link Properties(808) 955-8888

Sandra M. L. Mann(R) CIPS, CRS, GRI, SRES


Cecilia “Sally” D. ManungasREALTOR® Associate

Century 21 Liberty Homes(808) 271-5151

Dawn Marie(R) ABR, CLHMS, e-PRO, GRI


Regina C. Mass(R)


Roy T. MatsuiVP, REALTOR®, CRS, GRIMarcus & Associates, Inc.

(808) 203-6946




2011Nominees

Sheri S.Y. Murasaki(RA)


Cynthia L. Murphy(RA) e-PRO, CDPEiProperties Hawaii

(808) 782-3836

Dennis MuthREALTOR®


Fusayo H. Nagai(R) CRS, GRI, SRES

Herbert K. Horita Realty, Inc.c:(808) 223-4373

Blaise M. Nakagawa Jr.(RA) CNRS, CNAS, CNMS, CNISColdwell Banker Pacific Properties

(808) 748-2651

Robert NakagawaREALTOR® Associate


Joyce R. Nakamura(R) AHWD, CRB, CRS, GRI, SFR

Properties Unlimited(808) 371-5420

Jocelyn Negranza-Leano(RA) AHWD, SFR, CDPEPrudential Locations, LLC

www.HawaiisHomeGirl.com

Cheryl Nekota(RA) GRI, ABR


Tricia Nekota(RA) ABR, CRS, SRES, CDPE

Vesta Hawaii Real Estate(808) 384-8173

Megumi N. Nekotani(RA) GRI, ABR, e-CertifiedPrudential Locations, LLC

(808) 358-7267

Pat Muneno(R) ABR, CRS, GRI, SRES

Lifestlye Properties LLC(808) 486-4900

Rodney S. Mukai(R) Partner, CRB, CRS, GRI, SRES


Chris MorganREALTOR® Associate

Suzanne Smith Associates(808) 947-1306

Teri Morrissette(RA)


Sandra Sagisi MoserREALTOR® Associate

Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers(808) 228-7274

Marshall C. Mower(R) Partner, CRS, ABR, GRI, FHS, e-PRO


Kristin Mukai(RA)

Prudential Locations [email protected]

Liz MooreREALTOR®, CRS, SRES




Steve K. OkadaREALTOR®

GO Realty, Incorporated(808) 728-3184

Kendra K. Okihiro(RA)


RONALD M. OKUBO(R) ABR, CRB, CRS, e-PRO, GRI, SRES

RON CORP808-988-1400

Sandra S. OmiyaREALTOR®, CRS, GRI

One Realty, Inc.(808) 591-8447

Seiko Ono(RA) ABR, e-PRO, CDPE


Leilani R. Ornellas(RA) CRS, GRI


Nikki O’Rourke(R) CRS, e-PRO

Eighteen Properties(808) 372-5543

Kevin Ota(R) CRS


Gina M. Overton(R) GRI, ABR, AHWD, EBC, e-PRO


Antonnietta M. PalacioREALTOR® Associate


John Ohama(R) BIC, CRB, CRS, GREEN, SRES

Island, REALTORS®

[email protected]

Joy K. Yonemura OdaVP, (R) CRS, GRI, SRESMarcus & Associates, [email protected]

David Eng Ng(R) PB, GRI

Ohana Realty LLC(808) 351-1888

Roy H. Ninomiya(R) ABR, CRB, CRS, GRI

West Oahu Realty, Inc.(808) 542-5355

Wayne K. Nishida(R)


Jason Y. NishikawaVP, (R) CRS, GREEN, GRIMarcus & Associates, Inc.

(808) 722-1710

Ann K. NoguchiVP, (R) ABR, CDPE, CRS, e-PRO, GRI, SRES


Diana NovoselicREALTOR®


Glenn S. NishiharaVice President, (R) CRB, CRS


Glen K. Okano (RA)ABR, SFR, e-PRO

Valcore Realty Group(808) 351-4495


Tricia Nekota (RA)ABR, CDPE, CRS, SRES

nominees

There’s a new business on the block.Inspired by Vesta, the Roman goddess of hearth, home,and family, Vesta Hawaii Real Estate embodies thestrong moral and family values of the mythical beatuy.Known for our integrity, hard work, and professionalismwe are excited to continue to serve our many clientsunder our new venture.

We would like to personally thank our family, friends,and clients whos continued support and encouragementhas brought Vesta Hawaii Real Estate to fruition. Thisventure is a culmination of our years of experience withHawaii’s real estate market and we look forward toserving you in the near future.

Ted Takai, III (RA)President

Mobile: 808.778.8522Office: 808.792.2700Fax: 808:[email protected]

Courtney Takai,(R), MBAPrincipal Broker

Mobile: 808.792.2700Office: 808.792.2700Fax: 808:[email protected]

3229 Koapaka StreetHonolulu, Hawai‘i 96819

www.VestaHawaiiRealEstate.com

Courtney Takai (R), MBAPrincipal Broker

Mahalo to our clients for nominating us for Aloha ‘A

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Specializing in Real Estate Sales and Property Management

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2011Nominees

Jayne Francis Peterson(RA) ABR, AHWD, GRI

Foster Realty, [email protected]

Joe PinedaREALTOR® Associate

Prudential Locations, LLC.www.JoePineda.com

Melinda Pinter(R) ABR, CRS, GRI


Lynn C. Plantz(RA) CHMS, CNAS, CNRS, SRESColdwell Banker Pacific Properties

(808) 728-3883

Susana Poulin(RA) CRS, GRI, ABR, SRES, CDPE


Barbara H. Pratt(R), GRI

Century 21 Kailua Beach Realty(c) 352-9283

Christopher A. Prendergast(R) SFR, CDPE, e-PRO


Fukuyuki Puckett(R) PB, ABR, CRB, CRS, GRI, SFR

Herbert K. Horita Realty Inc.c: (808) 391-1561

Davelyn A. Quijano(RA) GRI, AHWD

Oahu Realty(808) 489-8782

Kathleen P. Ramos(RA) ABR, AHWD, SFR


Shiela Marie S. J. Pesebre(RA) ABR, AHWD, GRI, SFR, Property Manager


Ada Peroutka(RA) GRI, AHWD, e-PROPrudential Locations, LLC

[email protected]

Sally Palafox(R) ABR, CIPS, CLHMS, CRS


Mei Pang(R) MBA


Byron J. ParkPrincipal Broker/President/REALTOR®

Byron J. Park Real Estate LLC(808) 372-7202

Luis F. Pasion, Jr.REALTOR® Associate


Shoko PaulREALTOR® Associate


Ilona Penzes(RA) ABR


Mahealani PerkinsREALTOR® Associate




Larry T. Saito(R) CRS, GRI

Hawaii Resource [email protected]

Keith E. H. SakodaPB, R, CRS, GRI

Sakoda Realty, LLC(808) 224-6577

Cora A. Salvador REALTOR® Associate

Oahu [email protected]

Gayla Sasaki(RA)


Michael H. Sasano(RA) AHWD, SFR


Atsuko SatoREALTOR® Associate

Sachi Hawaii-Pacific Century Properties [email protected]

Yukiko Sato(RA) ABR, CHMS, GRI


Heather SelvitelleREALTOR® Associate

Kahala Associates Real Estate(808) 282-1764

Alyce S. Serikaku(RA) GRI


Lee Ruggles(R) CRS

Lee Ruggles Realty(808) 732-1532

Laura SasakiREALTOR® Associate, e-PRO


Atau Sakuma(RA) CDPE


Iris T. RapozaREALTOR® Associate

RE MAX HONOLULU(808) 864-1154

Cindy Rees-Ouchi(R) CRS, SRES, Senior Partner

Island, REALTORS®

[email protected]

Ron Richards(RA) MPM/Army, Retired


Eva Robello(RA) ABR, e-PRO


William “Billy” T. Robillard(RA) Vice President/Member

Chaney Brooks American Homes [email protected]

Hazel RocesREALTOR®, ABR, e-PROPrudential Locations, LLC.

(808) 392-0372

Connie E. A. Rodrigues(RA) ABR, CRS, CHMS, SRES


Aileen S. Rodriguez-Chizer(R) ABR, GRI, SFRKahala Associates

(808) 348-1782




2011Nominees

Cindy Siok(R) CRS, e-PROAt Home Hawaii(808) 381-6848

Jennifer Melchor Sison(R) GRI, e-PRO, SFRCentury 21 All Islands

www.JenniferSison.com

Malia Siu(R) ABR, Fine Homes Specialist


Shannon K. Smith(R), CRS, CDPE, GRI, ABR, SFR, e-PRO


Suzanne SmithPrincipal Broker (R)

Suzanne Smith Associates(808) 922-3100

Judy SobinREALTOR® AssociateEast Oahu Realty, Inc.

(808) 358-8828

Sean Sonoda(RA)


Terrie Lynn Spotkaeff(R) CRB, CRS, GRIIsland, REALTORS®

(808) 306-4164

Mary Jane StonerREALTOR®, Principal Broker

Malia, [email protected]

Tracey Stott KelleyREALTOR®

Stott Real Estate, [email protected]

Eleanor S. Simon(RA) GRI, e-PRO


Lori M. Sharpe(RA)


Karyn Shaunnessy(RA) ABR, AHWD, CNAS, CNRS, GRI, RSPS


Eve L. ShereREALTOR®


Gary Y. ShibataREALTOR®


Ethel T. Shima(RA), CRS, GRI, SRES

Ivy K Realty, LLC(808) 839-5759

Rina Shinagawa(R), GRI, ABR e-certifiedPrudential Locations, LLC

(808) 351-6003

Hillary Sibley(R) ABR, CRS, GRI, SFR

Century 21 All [email protected]

Kenneth R. Sikes(R) GRI

Ascend Properties LLC(808) 488-7799


HonoluluProudly Announces our 2011 Aloha ‘Aina Award Nominees

Patricia A. Anderson(RA) ABR CRS e-PRO GREEN

Nancee Jenko Crispin(R) CLHMS CRS

Leonard W. Couzijn(R) CDPE CRS GRI

Joan M. Esperas(R) ABR CDPE CRS GRI SFR

Stephanie Gieseler(R) ABR CLHMS CRS GRI

Rosa M. Gomes(RA) e-PRO SFR

Iris Rapoza(RA)

Ron Richards(RA)

Maxine J. Robson(R) CRS GRI SRES

Michele Taan(RA) ABR

Yukiko “Yuki” Takenaka(RA) ABR CDPE CRS GRI

Kevin L. Voorheis(RA)

Janis K. Kinmore(R) CRS

Jonathan S. Kono(R)

David D. K. Li(R) ABR CRS

Toni Rae Mello-Martinez(RA)

Seiko Ono(RA) ABR CDPE e-PRO

Ray Radim Prosek(RA) CDPE

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Chad M. Takesue(R) MBA, SRES


Michelle TakushiREALTOR® Associate, ABR, SFR, e-Certified


Leiona R. Tamura(RA)


Bee K. TanREALTOR® Associate

Caron B Realty(808) 285-0377

Raphael B. Taparra, Jr.(R) Owner, CRS, GRI


Wendy N. Tenn(RA) ABR, SFR


Larry Thomas(RA) e-Pro, CDPE

Prudential Locations, LLC.larry.thomas.prudentiallocations.com

Helgi Thorhallsson(R), ABR

Prudential Locations, LLC.www.liveonoahu.com

Yukiko Takenaka(RA) ABR, CDPE, CRS, GRI, SRES

RE/MAX [email protected]

Jana Tano(RA) Accredited Buyer’s Representative


Edward H. StoutREALTOR® Associate


Adeline F. Sueoka(R) GRI


Virginia R. Sugihara(RA) GRI, SFR


Bobbin Tabalno(RA) ABR, SFR, SRES


Neal S. Tachibana(R) CRB, SRESRealty Edge, Inc.(808) 778-7676

Noble TacrasREALTOR® AssociateCentury 21 All Islands

(808) 222-8869

Courtney TakaiREALTOR®, MBA

Vesta Hawaii Real Estate(808) 561-8200

Gerald T. TakasakiREALTOR®

Herbert K. Horita Realty Inc.(808) 258-5242

Patti TakayamaPartner (R), CRS


Lynn Toma(R) CRS, GRI




Kengo Ueno(R) eCertified, ABR

Prudential Locations, LLC.www.HawaiisHomeBroker.com

Hazel Unciano(RA) CHMS


Francis Van RafelghemREALTOR®


Teana Vann(R) CRS, GRI, SFR, CRB Candidate

Century 21 All [email protected]

Aileen Y. WadaREALTOR®


Sandra D. Wai‘ale‘ale(RA) ABR, e-PRO

Century 21 Homefinders of [email protected]

Priscilla Walthouse(RA)


John Keoni Welch(R) GRI, SRES, SFR

John Keoni Welch Real Estate [email protected]

Kathie Wells(R) CRS, CHMS, Vice President


Wade Uehara(RA)


Coreen A. Tomita-Supnet(RA) ABR, GRI

Primary Properties, Inc.(808) 227-6370

Deb Tompkins(R) SFR

Century 21 Liberty Homes(808) 227-9992

Bernie TongPartner (R)


Norma J. Torres(RA) ABR, CRS, GRI, e-PRO, SFR

CENTURY 21 All Islands(808) 387-1913

Sharon L. Trehern(R) CRS, GRI

Sharon Trehern Realty(808) 235-8417

Cherie L. Tsukamoto(R) PB, ABR, CRB, CRS, GRI, SRES

East Oahu Realty, Inc.(808) 791-2216

Kathy Tswei(R) CIPS, CRS

Pan Pacific Realty, LLC(808) 735-0045

Megan Sunahara Tune(R) GRI, e-Pro, Fine Homes Specialist


Hisako UedaRA, SFR

Realty 2000, Inc.(808) 398-0667


2011Nominees



Lani Chihoko Yosemori(RA) AHWD

iProperties Hawaii(808) 542-9194

Jodie Tsukamoto YoshinoVP, REALTOR®, CRS


Michael YoshinoREALTOR® Associate


Debbie L. Young(R) CRS, GRI

Help-U- Sell Honolulu [email protected]

Chris M. YozampREALTOR®


Christine M. Yuu(RA) ABR, GRI, MBA, MS, SFR


Barbara ZacharyREALTOR®


Michael ZimmermanRA, e-PRO, SFR

Realty Executives Oahu(808) 457-9683

M. JoAnn Yee(R) VP, Principal Broker

Avalon Realty LLC(808) 630-6118

George YanaiREALTOR® Associate

Sachi Hawaii - PCP LLC(808) 222-8877

Maria C. White(RA) GRI, CDPE


Lynn Wilkinson(R) ABR, CRS, GRI, e-PRO, AHWD


Corinda S. WongPartner (R), CRS, GRI


Jordon W. Y. Wong, Jr.(R) CRS, e-PRO


Terry YamamotoREALTOR® Associate


Derrick T. Yamane(R) BIC, Partner, SRES


Jon Yamasato(R) ABR, CRS


Bruce W. YanagiharaPartner (R), Broker in ChargePrudential Locations, LLC.

(808) 381-3435

Rowena S. Wong(RA) CRS, e-PRO


Wendell M. Y. Wong(R) CRS, GRI, MBA

Aloha Pacific Properties, Inc.(808) 295-3073


1016 Kapahulu Ave.,Suite 200

Honolulu, HI 96816

(808) 687-8000

www.islandrealtorsllc.com

Dale K. Bordner(R) BIC, CRB, CRS,

GRI, SRES

Angela Chang(RA)

Jenalyn T.Fujiwara

(RA) ABR, GRI

Scott T. Fujiwara(R) PB, CRB, CRS,e-PRO, GRI, SRES

Colleen M. Chun(R) CRB, CRS, GRI

William W.W. Loo(R) ABR, CRS,e-PRO, SRES

ShailaMirchandani

(R) CRS, CLHMS

John Ohama(R) BIC, CRB, CRS,

GREEN, SRES

Terrie LynnSpotkaeff

(R) CRB, CRS, GRI

CindyRees-Ouchi(R) CRS, SRES

Corey T. Kawai(R) CRS, SRES

Denise L.Miyahira

(R) CRS, GREEN

to our 2011 Aloha ‘Aina REALTOR® Award nominees! A specialmahalo to our clients for your loyal support and for recognizing the

hard work, passion and dedication of these agents. We are proud to have such outstanding individuals represent our company in the real estate community.

to All of My Clients and Associates

Kathy Tswei(R) CIPS, CRS(808) 735-0045(808) [email protected]

Pan Pacific Realty, LLC

“Your Professional Realtor”

Providing excellent personalized

service. Specializing in

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Date post:	19-Feb-2016
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