Focus Hawaii Jack Hoag. V. Napua Baker, and Les Steward

Focus Hawaii Jack Hoag. V. Napua Baker, and Les Steward

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Description

Hosted by Lance Chase, this episode of Focus Hawaii features an in‑depth conversation with Napua Baker (BYU–Hawaii Vice President for Advancement), Jack Hoag (President & CEO of Hawaii Reserves, Inc.), and Les Steward (Senior Vice President of Operations at the Polynesian Cultural Center). Together they discuss how BYU–Hawaii, PCC, and HRI form a unique, interconnected economic and cultural hub in Laie—providing over 3,000 jobs, sustaining vital infrastructure, supporting education through scholarships and internships, and preserving local culture. Hoag outlines HRI’s efforts to modernize utilities and increase community involvement, while Steward shares major PCC updates including new shows, expanded cultural retail spaces, and facility improvements. Baker highlights new academic initiatives such as the Hawaiian Studies program, along with scholarships and workforce pathways that enable international and local students to gain high‑quality educations debt‑free. The discussion emphasizes long‑term planning, rural preservation, and a shared mission to strengthen Laie’s future.

Length of Video

00:29:23

File Size

2.5GB

Archives Call Number

22.FH

Air Date

9-1995

Keywords

Lance Chase, Focus Hawaii, Napua Baker, Jack Hoag, Les Steward, BYU–Hawaii, Hawaii Reserves Inc., HRI, Polynesian Cultural Center, PCC, Laie economy, community planning Laie, infrastructure development, UV wastewater treatment, Hawaiian Studies program, student employment PCC, BYU internships, cultural preservation Hawaii, North Shore economic impact, master plan Laie, rural ambiance preservation.

Disciplines

Business | Education

Focus Hawaii Jack Hoag. V. Napua Baker, and Les Steward

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