Tara Shimooka
About Tara Shimooka
Tara Shimooka is the Manager of External Communications at Hawaiian Airlines, a position she has held since 2018. She has a background in communications with previous roles at Universal Music Group and MTV Networks.
Work at Hawaiian Airlines
Tara Shimooka has been employed at Hawaiian Airlines since 2015. She initially served as Specialist in External Communications for one year, followed by a role as Senior Specialist in External Communications from 2016 to 2018. In 2018, she was promoted to Manager of External Communications, a position she has held for six years. In her current role, she oversees communication strategies and initiatives that enhance the airline's public image and stakeholder engagement.
Previous Experience in Corporate Communications
Before joining Hawaiian Airlines, Tara Shimooka worked at Universal Music Group as Corporate PR Manager from 2008 to 2012. During her four years in this role, she managed public relations efforts and communication strategies in New York, NY. Prior to that, she served as Executive Assistant at MTV Networks for one year in 2007, also in New York, NY. These positions contributed to her expertise in corporate communications.
Education and Expertise
Tara Shimooka holds a degree in Communication and Media Studies from Cleveland State University, where she studied from 2003 to 2007. She furthered her education at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, studying Communication and Media Studies from 2014 to 2016. This educational background has equipped her with a solid foundation in communication principles and practices, which she applies in her professional roles.
Background
Tara Shimooka has a diverse background in communications, having worked in various roles within the industry. Her career began with positions that provided her with essential skills in public relations and corporate communications. Over the years, she has transitioned through several roles, gaining experience in both corporate and entertainment sectors, which has shaped her approach to external communications.