"April's events have set the bar.
This is the standard by which all others
will be measured."
President Donald Trump
Then, Owner of Miss Universe
From Miss Universe to Masini Day
First, April helped write the legislation.
Then, she and her army of volunteers broke records and made history.
Miss Universe proclaimed, “You have set the bar.
This is the standard by which all others would be measured.”
Nick named’April’s Army’. 500 volunteers, with a purpose.
They arrived with no experience and produced
nine back-to-back world-class events.
The media called it “Magic”.
Miss Universe crowned Hawaii, “#1, “The Best of The Best”
Brook Lee’s homecoming, the largest weekday parade in HI’s history,
featured 160 cars, 300 military, 98 delegates, 98 country flags,
plus the ‘Official Contest Winner’of each island.
Miss Universe arrived. But seven of HI’s children stole the show.
Share Aloha with the World transformed a pageant
into a learning experience; citizens into engaged participants;
and airports into art galleries. 2,879 pieces of art remain showcased,
and families still visit “their wall” to pose for photos.
Masini Volunteer of the Year Award, established by Honolulu Mayor
Harris and twice Mayor, then City Council Chairman Hannemann,
in recognition of April’s leadership by example
and unprecedented impact on the city of Honolulu,
and the state of Hawaii.
From Miss Universe came the proclamation of June 4 as ‘Masini Day’
by Governor Ben Cayetano for April’s unwavering dedication,
selfless giving, and inspirational, impactful leadership to benefit
Hawaii and its citizens.
"Almost single-handedly revived Hawaii's
television and film industry."
Governor Ben Cayetano
Imi Loa Magazine
April's Agreement with Universal Gave Hawaii
A Gift of A Lifetime. Literally.
Blue Crush remains the primary marketing footage used by the United States Department of Commerce to market Hawaii ever since.
its film had been shot, along with the actual movie.
And, with April, Universal did.
between a studio’s film and a state was not enough.
April’s contract with Universal went far beyond that.
Universal gave Hawaii perpetual usage rights to Blue Crush footage
and marketing collateral, worldwide and royalty-free, in perpetuity.
"April proved a highly capable
and extremely effective president."
Tony Eames
Retired President & CEO, Coca-Cola Ltd
"April is A Game Changer."
Gregg Bonann
Baywatch Creator & Executive Producer
“Baywatch Is Going Downunder,”
& April’s instantaneous response to reading it.
and Executive producer (whom she did not know),
and convince him to cancel his already planned move
to Australia, and go to Hawaii instead.
was featured on the front page, announcing Baywatch’s arrival.
and the actors cast in Australia?
April won Gregg’s trust. Gregg’s flight arrived in Honolulu
at 10am, and was having lunch at Washington Place
with Governor Cayetano, Speaker Say,
Senate President Mizuguchi, Mayor Harris, and HVCB Chair Tony Vericella by noon.
The Hollywood Reporter.
April had hijacked The World's #1 Action Adventure
TV Series from Australia to Hawaii.
The announcement of Baywatch’s groundbreaking legislation followed quickly.
First of its kind, the new law stipulated several key provisions, including hiring 80% local crew,
adding “Hawaii” to Baywatch, and casting two Hawaii residents as the main lead characters.
The local lead law caused April’s lead character Open Call and ….in walks
Jason Mamoa.
"April Masini is highly intelligent, hardworking, and the most naturally gifted marketing strategist I have ever encountered."
Thomas H. Patrick
Vice Chairman, Merrill Lynch & Co.
"I can tell you from experience.
Without fail, April always delivers."
Randy Bernard
Academy of Country Music Chairman & Garth Brooks Manager
"April answers questions that no one else can
and tells you the truth that no one else will."
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