Jan 20

We Welcome Chantel Ikehara to the AdStreamz Ohana!

HONOLULU – We have added Chantel Ikehara to our team! Chantel started with us as an intern while attending the University of Hawaii. She is now a full-time team member where she will continue to create thoughtful and engaging content for many of Hawaii’s leading businesses. She brings to the table an in-depth knowledge on the latest social media technologies and tools, as well as creative ideas for campaigns that move the needle for clients.

Chantel has previously worked as a digital marketing intern for Flip Productions in Tokyo, where she assisted in managing social media channels, identifying leaders and influencers and engaging them in brand activities, and more. Chantel has a BA from the University of Hawaii in Communications. 

Apr 24

Press Release: Ricky Li Joins AdStreamz, Inc.

Ricky Li

Photo courtesy of Paul Brett Photography

HONOLULU – AdStreamz, Inc. announced today that Ricky Li has joined the company as a growth hacker. In this position, Li will be responsible for managing and maintaining various client’s social media accounts and helping to grow their communities.

“Ricky’s wealth of experience and industry knowledge specific to social media, technology and photography has already made him a key addition to our AdStreamz family,” says AdStreamz President Russ Sumida. “I’m confident that Ricky will play a key role in providing high quality service for our clients.”

Li has more than seven years of experience in social media and network engineering. He has worked on a number of social media events/campaigns including: Pacific Telecommunications Council annual conference, 2010 Neil Abercrombie social media campaign, and McDonalds Hawaii McFrappe launch events.

Apr 18

AdStreamz’s Melissa Chang is a Woman Who Means Business

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She doesn’t just help run a business. If you know AdStreamz, Inc,’s Vice President, Melissa Chang you know she means business.

And this year, Chang was one of 15 local businesswomen honored at Pacific Business News’ 2015 Women Who Mean Business awards. Her award in the Women to Watch category recognizes up-and-coming businesswomen in their respective fields.

Chang has more than 25 years of experience in marketing and public relations, including work with Starr Seigle Communications, as the marketing director for Coldwell Banker Pacific Properties, and as the marketing director of Aloha Tower Marketplace. Continue reading

Jul 19

Shopping through Waikiki Beach Walk

By Courtney Lee & Jennifer Maeshiro, Interns

4808899483_a0c4b66be9_b-2Waikiki Beach Walk, located off of Kalaukua Avenue on Lewers Street offers a wide variety of stores and restaurants for all ages. The store ranges from clothing stores to even locally-made Hawaiian products. The atmosphere is relaxing which gives off a leisure-shopping experience. During certain days of the week, they have different activities and entertainment around the grassy lawn on the first floor perfect to get into the Hawaiian culture!

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May 06

Retail Merchants of Hawaii Presents: Social Media Marketing 101

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