Jamie DeBrunner

Jamie DeBrunner has a diverse work experience in the tourism industry. Jamie began their career in 1984 as a Hospitality Representative at MTI Vacations, one of the largest domestic tour operators. Jamie worked there until 1997 and then joined Pleasant Holidays as a Public Speaker, conducting sales presentations on activities and tours. In 1999, Jamie became the Corporate Director of Sales at Old Lahaina Luau, overseeing the Reservations and Sales Department and achieving significant revenue growth. Jamie held this position until 2010. From 2012 to 2016, Jamie worked as a Senior Sales Manager at DeSilva Meeting Consultants, a high-end group travel services provider. During this time, they gained in-depth knowledge of the industry's various aspects. In 2018, Jamie joined Skyline Hawaii as a Senior Sales Manager, responsible for helping guests experience the Hawaiian Islands through zipline tours. Jamie also worked at Skyline Eco-Adventures, another zipline adventure company, during the same period. Currently, Jamie holds the position of Statewide Sales Manager at Polynesian Adventure, starting in 2022.

Jamie DeBrunner attended the University of Hawaii Maui College, Orange Coast College, and Kapiʻolani Community College, although the specific years and degrees obtained are not provided. In 2016, Jamie also attended ATD Hawaii Chapter for unknown reasons. In terms of additional certifications, Jamie obtained The Leadership Works Experience from Leadership Works in October 2018. Jamie also obtained an Insurance Agent [Resident] certification from the State of Hawaii, Insurance Division, Department of Commerce & Consumer Affairs in December 2021. Finally, Jamie holds a Certified Guest Service Professional designation from the American Hotel & Lodging Association, although the obtained month and year are not specified.