TIM Alumni Association

Celebrating 60 years of leadership, innovation and impact 🌏

Since its founding in 1966, the School of Travel Industry Management (TIM School) at the Shidler College of Business has grown from a pioneering program in Hawaiʻi into a globally recognized leader in hospitality, tourism and transportation education.

Today, TIM continues to shape the future of the industry through global partnerships, hands-on learning and a deep connection to Hawaiʻi’s culture and community. With strong rankings, growing enrollment and more than 90% of graduates employed or pursuing advanced degrees within three months, its impact is felt both locally and worldwide.

As the TIM School celebrates this milestone, it honors the students, alumni, faculty and industry partners who have built its legacy—and looks ahead to the next generation of leaders who will carry it forward.

🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/3OrZI7k

Six Decades of Leadership: TIM School celebrates 60 years | The Shidler College of Business This

We are proud to recognize Elliot Mills, BBA ’93, CEO & Managing Partner of Hawaii Hospitality Group, as the recipient of the Legacy in Tourism Award at our Celebrate a Legacy in Tourism event! 🏆✨.

As a respected leader in Hawai‘i’s hospitality industry, Elliot has dedicated his career to building exceptional guest experiences and strengthening the state’s tourism landscape. Through his leadership at Hawaii Hospitality Group, he continues to champion innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable growth across the industry.

A proud alumnus, Elliot exemplifies the spirit of Legacy—leading with integrity, vision, and a deep commitment to Hawai‘i’s hospitality community. His impact is felt not only within his organization, but throughout the broader tourism sector.

Congratulations, Eliot! 👏🌺

This , we’re excited to welcome Lance Cabanilla-Ku, BS ’07 to the TIM Alumni Association Board of Directors! 💼✨

Lance was hired by Lili’uokalani Trust in August 2025 as a Learning and Organizational Development Consultant, and has recently took on a role as an Implementation Manager focusing on strategy, process improvement, innovation, design, leadership, and project management.

Previously, he worked in improvement and operations roles with HawkTree International (Island Movers), Horizon Lines (Pasha), and Matson Inc., as well as serving in multiple positions within the Department of Defense at Pearl Harbor.

Lance has been married since 2009 and is the proud father of two Kamehameha Schools high school students. 🌟

Welcome to the board, Lance! 🎉

Congratulations to Maria Calso, BS ’21, on her new role as a Sales Analyst at Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort!

A graduate of the School of Travel industry management at the Shidler College of Business, Maria continues to build her career in hospitality through data-driven strategy and analysis. We’re proud to see our alumni making an impact across the industry.