STAND. COM. REP. NO. 1596

 

Honolulu, Hawaii

                  

 

RE:    GOV. MSG. NOS. 767, 768, 769, 770, 771, 772

 

 

 

Honorable Donna Mercado Kim

President of the Senate

Twenty-Eighth State Legislature

Regular Session of 2015

State of Hawaii

 

Madam:

 

     Your Committee on Economic Development and Technology, to which was referred Governor's Message Nos. 767, 768, 769, 770, 771, and 772, submitting for study and consideration the nominations of: 

 

Small Business Regulatory Review Board

 

G.M. No. 767

ANTHONY B. BORGE,

for a term to expire 6-30-2019;

 

G.M. No. 768

GARTH YAMANAKA,

for a term to expire 6-30-2015;

 

G.M. No. 769

GARTH YAMANAKA,

for a term to expire 6-30-2019;

 

G.M. No. 770

NANCY ATOMSPERA-WALCH,

for a term to expire 6-30-2016 (Nominee's name amended to NANCY ATMOSPERA-WALCH by GM861.);

 

G.M. No. 771

PHILLIP KASPER,

for a term to expire 6-30-2016 (term amended to 6-30-2018 by GM860); and

 

G.M. No. 772

ROBERT CUNDIFF,

for a term to expire 6-30-2016,

 

begs leave to report as follows:

 

     Your Committee has reviewed the personal histories, resumes, and statements submitted by the nominees and finds Anthony B. Borge, Garth Yamanaka, Nancy Atmospera-Walch, Phillip Kasper, and Robert Cundiff to possess the requisite qualifications to be nominated to the Small Business Regulatory Review Board.

 

ANTHONY B. BORGE

 

     Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination of Anthony B. Borge from the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism and two individuals.

 

     Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Borge's background, experience, and proven leadership representing the island of Oahu on the Small Business Regulatory Review Board qualify him for reappointment to the Board.  Your Committee notes that Mr. Borge has served in managerial and directorial roles in several businesses for more than two decades, including as the General Manager of RMA Sales, 7-Up Brand Manager of Paradise Beverages, Inc., and as National Accounts Manager for Anheuser-Busch Sales of Hawaii, Inc.  Mr. Borge is also an active member in his community, including serving on the Board of Directors of the Building Industry Association-Hawaii, as a member of the American Institute of Architects, and as member of the Honolulu Chamber of Commerce.  Your Committee further finds that Mr. Borge currently serves as the Chair of the Small Business Regulatory Review Board and has a thorough understanding of the role and responsibilities of Board members.  Your Committee therefore recommends Mr. Borge be reappointed to the Small Business Regulatory Review Board based on his extensive experience, knowledge, and dedication to public service.

 

GARTH YAMANAKA

 

     Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination of Garth Yamanaka from the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism; Hawaii County Council; and fourteen individuals.

 

     Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Yamanaka's background and commitment to public service qualify him for appointment as a member of the Small Business Regulatory Review Board.  Your Committee notes that Mr. Yamanaka is the owner and appraiser of G & H Appraisals Inc. in Hilo, Hawaii, and has previously served as the Vice President and Property Manager of Yamanaka Enterprises, Inc., also in Hilo.  Mr. Yamanaka is an active member in national and community associations, including serving as a member of the National Association of REALTORS, as a board member of the Kanoelehua Industrial Area Association, and as the treasurer of the Rotary Club of South Hilo Foundation.  Your Committee recommends Mr. Yamanaka be appointed and reappointed as a member of the Small Business Regulatory Review Board based on his extensive experience, knowledge, and dedication to connecting businesses and the local community.

 

NANCY ATMOSPERA-WALCH

 

     Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination of Nancy Atmospera-Walch from the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism and one individual.

 

     Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Ms. Atmospera-Walch's background, experience, education, and dedication to serving the community qualify her for appointment as a member of the Small Business Regulatory Review Board.  Your Committee notes that Ms. Atmospera-Walch is a Registered Nurse and Nursing Home Administrator.  Ms. Atmospera-Walch is also a Master Certified Health Education Specialist, Department of Human Services-approved Registered Nurse Evaluator, and PREPARE Specialist.  She plays an active role in clinical and business appointments, including serving as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Hawaii, School of Nursing, and as a member of the Aloha Medical Mission Board of Directors.  Your Committee recommends Ms. Atmospera-Walch be appointed as a member of the Small Business Regulatory Review Board based on her extensive experience, knowledge, and dedication to serving the community.

 

PHILLIP KASPER

 

     Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination of Phillip Kasper from the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism.

 

     Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Kasper's wide range of professional and academic experiences, as well as his extensive background in small business, will serve him well as a member of the Small Business Regulatory Review Board.  Mr. Kaspar served in the Naval Air Reserve for six years.  He earned his Bachelor's degree in Business Economics from the University of California at Santa Barbara.  Your Committee notes that Mr. Kaspar is the owner and founder of Boss Frog's Dive & Surf Shop, based in Lahaina, Maui.  Mr. Kaspar previously served as the owner and operator of a Thrifty Rent-A-Car franchise in California.  Mr. Kaspar's community involvement includes support for The Salvation Army, The Lahainaluna High School Foundation, West Maui After School Tutoring Program, and Hawaiian Islands Land Trust.  Your Committee recommends Mr. Kasper be appointed as a member of the Small Business Regulatory Review Board based on his extensive experience, knowledge, and dedication to public service.

 

ROBERT CUNDIFF

 

     Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination of Robert Cundiff from the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism.

 

     Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Cundiff's wide range of professional and academic experiences, as well as his extensive background in independent businesses, will serve him well as a member of the Small Business Regulatory Review Board.  Your Committee notes that Mr. Cundiff is the President of Rengo Packaging, Inc., and in that capacity, Mr. Cundiff has worked closely with local and international businesses and has been an integral player in the development of business strategies in local organizations.  Mr. Cundiff previously served as President of Hawaii Box & Packaging, Inc.  Prior to that position, he held the position of General Manager with Weyerhaeuser.  Mr. Cundiff is also an active member on community boards, including serving as a board member with the Department of Parks and Recreation of the City and County of Honolulu, as a board member of the Honolulu Board of Water Supply, and as the Chair of the Hawaii Employer's Council.  Your Committee recommends Mr. Cundiff be appointed as a member of the Small Business Regulatory Review Board based on his extensive experience, knowledge, and dedication to public service.

 

     As affirmed by the records of votes of the members of your Committee on Economic Development and Technology that are attached to this report, your Committee, after full consideration of the background, experience, and qualifications of the nominees, has found the nominees to be qualified for the positions to which nominated and recommends that the Senate advise and consent to the nominations.

 

Respectfully submitted on behalf of the members of the Committee on Economic Development and Technology,

 

 

 

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GLENN WAKAI, Chair