HPU students participated with Hawaiian Airlines employees for a panel discussion.
The HPU College of Business recently hosted a panel of Hawaiian Airlines employees in their "Leadership of Self and Others" management course, led by HPU Lecturer Leslie Blood, J.D., MBA. Airlines representatives included Senior Project Manager Justin Nowak, Internal Auditor Kenny Lee, and Director of Labor Relations and Human Resources Kalani Sloat.
Hawaiian Airlines employees Justin Nowak, Kenny Lee, and Kalani Sloat spoke with HPU students during a panel session.
During their presentation, Airlines staff elucidated the career trajectory at Hawaiian Airlines and emphasized the pivotal role of leadership and sustainability in the industry. The panel delved into the significance of honing operations and project management skills and provided a comprehensive perspective on the diverse facets of excelling in the aviation sector.
“As you embark on your career, I want to leave you with this, embrace resourcefulness as a guiding principle in seeking avenues for learning, personal development, and facing challenges,” Nowak said to the students. “I encourage you to actively engage in various endeavors, such as volunteering for leadership roles, aiding others in their tasks, or even accepting roles to gain a deeper understanding of intricate operations, with an emphasis taking a proactive approach to growth.
Nowak also stressed the importance of resilience and self-belief. “You should never allow anyone to dissuade you by claiming something is beyond your capabilities or too difficult,” said Nowak. “As this is a resounding call to embrace challenges as opportunities, fostering a spirit of perseverance and unwavering determination in the pursuit of personal and professional fulfillment.”
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