Russell and Frank Hata of Y. Hata & Co. Ltd

The Honolulu Japanese Chamber of Commerce (HJCC), a 111 year-old business association boasting a membership representative of Hawaii’s business, government, and nonprofit leaders, will hold its Seventh Annual Generational Awards Banquet on July 9 at 5:00 p.m. at the Sheraton Waikiki. At the banquet, the HJCC will honor food service and restaurant supply wholesaler Y. Hata & Co., Ltd as this year’s recipient of the award, which is given to a family-owned business that has demonstrated a consistent commitment to community service and involvement with Chamber initiatives. Mark Ibara, President of print and digital marketing solutions provider Edward Enterprises, will also be recognized at the event as Outstanding Member of the Year, for his efforts in advancing the HJCC’s mission and goals.

(L) Mark Ibara of Edward Enterprises & (R) Christine A. Kubota of Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert

The HJCC will also install its FY 2011-2012 officers and board of directors as part of the evening’s program, including Christine A. Kubota, of Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert, Chair of the Board.

What:
Honolulu Japanese Chamber of Commerce Seventh Annual Generational Awards Banquet
Generational Award presentation: Y. Hata & Co., Ltd.
Outstanding Member of the Year award presentation: Mark Ibara, President, Edward Enterprises
Officer and Directors installation ceremony

When:
Saturday, July 9, 2011
5:00 p.m. Cocktails
6:00 p.m. Dinner & Program

Where:
Sheraton Waikiki
Kauai & Maui Ballrooms
2255 Kalakaua Avenue

Cost:
$85 a person by June 20. Tables of 10 are available also.

Information:
Call Nicole Shito at HJCC: (808) 949-5531
or visit http://www.honolulujapanesechamber.org/event/100049/generational-awards-banquet