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The Self Storage Hawai'i unConference.

The Self Storage Hawai'i unConference.The Self Storage Hawai'i unConference.The Self Storage Hawai'i unConference.

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Great things happen when you bring the brightest minds and the warmest people together in a beautiful place.

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Activities

How about some golf?

John Budd of Cover Roofing Solutions would love to play some of the Big Island's beautiful golf courses. Would you care to join him? Email John at  john@coverroofing.net

Monday morning Snorkel Cruise!

The snorkel cruise is going to be Monday from 9 am to Noon on October 16. We’ll 

meet the boat either at the Ocean Sports Slip in Kawaihae harbor about 30 minutes by car from the hotel, or at the beach in front of the hotel. You MUST sign up yourself for this tour with the snorkel cruise company.  Go to this link and scroll down to the bottom and select Oct 16, fill out the forms and pay. https://hawaiioceansports.com/boat-cruises-2/snorkel-cruises

Visit a few self-storage sites that Carol Mixon helped develop

Carol is kind enough to show you a few sites on the Big Island she developed. This will be a great tour! Email Carol at Carol@skilcheck.com.  This may be a self-guided tour this year. Ask about it.

Star Gazing fromThe King's Trail near the hotel

WEDNESDAY NIGHT!


Get a great view of the night sky just a short hike through the lava fields from our hotel with our personal guide, Mike Richards of Science Camps of America. Email Mike if you'd like to go. Mike@sciencecampsamerica.com  . Note: In 2023, there is a New Moon on October 14, so the star viewing will be amazing. CAUTION: Wear good solid shoes. It is well worth the trip.

Go to the volcano with the Science Camp director. NO GLOW THIS YEAR.

It does not look like we will see any eruption this year Get updates on the volcano here. Email Mike Richards to find out more about it. Mike@sciencecampsamerica.com.

Monday or Wednesday night Luau

Luau seating starts at 5PM. Go to this link and scroll down a little to the Luau link to register your party for the festivities.

https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/koamc-waikoloa-beach-marriott-resort-and-spa/dining/

Ride like a Paniolo. Go trailriding.

Paniolo is what they call the Hawaiian cowboys who still work the big ranches up in the high country. We are hoping for a group outing on Sunday with amazing views. Or book your own tour with these operators.


Paniolo Adventures.


Na'alapa Stables


 4D Horseback Excursions. 


Have breakfast with industry leaders

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Schedule Outline for our 2023 October in Hawai'i

Sunday 10/15


Arrivals 

Get to Waikoloa Beach a few days early to settle in, calm down, and get into the Aloha spirit. 


Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort and Spa

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Monday 10/16


Pre-conference Activities & Arrivals 




Waikoloa region

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Tuesday 10/17


More Pre-conference Activities



Waikoloa Region



Tuesday 10/17 


10:00 to Noon 


The California Self Storage Association presents 

Self Storage Sales Skills: Train-the-Trainer

Presented By Natolie Ochi-SKS Management, Carol Mixon-SkilCheck Services,

& Pam Domingue-Storage Solution


Learn tips on training your new hires, and refresh the techniques of your veteran managers.


$59/ person – includes training, discussion, and lunch

(Seperate Registration is Required)

This session will focus on:

  • First Impressions
  • Asking questions to determine customer's needs
  • Creating a sense of urgency
  • Offering storage advice
  • Building value - how to focus on your competitive advantage
  • Streamlining the rental process
  • Focus on marketing features

This session will be utilizing real-life video mystery shopper clips to illustrate these concepts.  Join us for a lively discussion on the most important and profit-producing task of your onsite teams. 

Register with this link 


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5:30 to 7:30 PM

Welcome Reception and Kureit Fund Raiser. 


We'll gather together for the sunset and to raise money for Kureit. A heartwarming way to get ready for a few days of great unconference sessions and networking. 


On the Paniolo Terrace at the Marriott. 


 Bring a check for Kureit or make your donation ahead of time. 

CASH BAR FROM 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm.  Delicious light appetizers will be served.


GROUP PHOTOS WILL BE TAKEN AT THIS RECEPTION!


Waikoloa Beach Marriott

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Wednesday 10/18


Morning Sessions and Afternoon Networking


We'll have breakfast together starting at 8:00 in a roundtable discussion format. Then educational and brainstorming sessions will follow from about 9:30 am until about Noon  After that, we’ll break off for our afternoons and evenings into groups for networking, relaxation, family time, and enjoying the Big Island. 


Waikoloa Beach Marriott. Rooms:  Naupaka 5-6-7.


Wednesday Sessions:


Introductions by everyone. 



Natolie Ochi leads a session about building great organizations. 

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Wednesday 10/18 at 12:30 PM

a special lunch with Rick Pendykoski 

on self-directed IRAs and 401Ks


Meet at the Hawai'i Calls restaurant in the hotel.

Buy your own lunch. Learn a bunch.



Also on Wednesday:


WEDNESDAY NIGHT!


Star gazing form the lava fields near our hotel Mike Richards of Science Camps of America. Email Mike if you'd like to go. Mike@sciencecampsamerica.com  . Note: In 2023, there is a New Moon on October 14, so the star viewing will be amazing. CAUTION: Wear good shoes.

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Thursday 10/19



Morning Sessions and Afternoon Networking.  


Sessions: 


Carol Mixon leads a discussion on operations. 


Jeff von Schmaude talks bout giving back and philanthropy. 


Kamuelal Kaapana talks bout The Trust For Public Land project near our hotel. 




We'll have breakfast together starting at 8:00 in a roundtable discussion format. Then educational and brainstorming sessions will follow from about 9:30 am until about Noon  After that, we’ll break off for our afternoons and evenings into groups for networking, relaxation, family time, and enjoying the Big Island. 


Waikoloa Beach Marriott. Rooms:  Naupaka 5-6-7.


After lunch a few of us will be able to tour the TPL Anaeho'omalu Bay Project. Ask for details.


Only a dozen people may come on this walk. Wear good shoes, and bring water, hats and sunscreen. 



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Friday 10/20


Morning Sessions and Afternoon Networking

sessions:


Alex Braun II leads a discussion on developing related businesses to serve our self-storage businesses. 


Tron Jordheim leads discussions on the things that make us hopeful in our businesses and our communities.


Then we'll have a wrap-up discussion of our takeaways and ah-has. 



We'll have breakfast together starting at 8:00 in a roundtable discussion format. Then educational and brainstorming sessions will follow from about 9:30 am until about Noon  After that, we’ll break off for our afternoons and evenings into groups for networking, relaxation, family time, and enjoying the Big Island. 


Waikoloa Beach Marriott. Rooms:  Naupaka 5-6-7.



            


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