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Sports Tourism in Hawaiʻi: RMH Joins PBS Hawai‘i Panel

Dave Erdman, Interim President and CEO of the Retail Merchants of Hawaiʻi, joined a distinguished panel discussing the future of sports tourism in Hawaiʻi on PBS Hawai‘i.

Other panelists included:

• Rep. Adrian Tam (D) -- Tourism Committee Chair
• James Tokioka -- Director, Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism
• Sen. Samantha DeCorte (R) -- Minority Floor Leader
  

The discussion explored whether Hawaiʻi has the infrastructure and resources to become a leading destination for sports tourism. Lawmakers are examining the potential benefits and costs of hosting events such as marathons, golf tournaments, and pickleball competitions to attract "high-spending visitors."

Air Date: Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026, 7:30 PM

Watch the full panel discussion on YouTube

About Retail Merchants of Hawaiʻi,

For nearly 120 years, Retail Merchants of Hawaii has served as the voice of Hawaii's retail industry. We are a vibrant and creative collective of the best in retail that advocates, educates and celebrates our statewide retail industry.

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• Advocate for the retail industry in government and the community.
• Provide educational opportunities, resources and timely information.
• Promote the welfare of the retail industry and our communities.
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