Posted at 1:03 p.m., Tuesday, September 18, 2007
Rolles, Kelley to be honored as Kama'aina of the Year
Advertiser Staff
Historic Hawai'i Foundation will honor two prominent hotel executives and community leaders — Jean Rolles and Dr. Richard Kelley — as "Kama'aina of the Year.The brother and sister will be honored as the "2007 Kama'aina of the Year" at the 32nd annual Historic Hawai'i Foundation benefit on Nov. 17.
"Jean Rolles and Richard Kelley, each in their own way, exemplify the preservation of kama'aina values in today's rapidly changing landscape," said foundation president Katie MacNeil.
"Their commitment to Hawai'i goes to the heart of what makes these islands unique and has been demonstrated not only through their volunteer work, community and business leadership and financial support, but also by the kama'aina company they represent, Outrigger, which is well known for its commitment to community causes, to its employee 'ohana, and to the values of our Island culture," she said.
The Kama'aina of the Year program honors community members and organizations who have made unique and lasting contributions to the preservation of Hawai'i's historic places and culture. All proceeds from the event benefit the foundation's mission to preserve and encourage the preservation of historic buildings, objects, sites and communities.
Honorary Chairman John Morgan and Event Chairman Michael O'Malley are overseeing the Kama'aina of the Year benefit at 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 17 at the Hawai'i Convention Center.
