SummitMedia/Honolulu Ups Patti Ponimoi to President

RADIO ONLINE | Monday, January 10, 2022 | 4:55pm CT

Patti Ponimoi

SummitMedia/Honolulu elevates Patti Ponimoi to President, leading KRTR (Krater 96.3), KINE (Hawaiian 105), KCCN (FM 100), KPHW (Power 104.3), KKNE-AM and KPRP-AM. Ponimoi has been the Local Sales Manager for SummitMedia in Honolulu since 2019. She is a veteran sales and communications professional with a career spanning more than 20 years, previously holding positions at Hawaii News Now, iHeartMedia and Hawaiian Airlines.

"I'm honored and humbled to be a part of SummitMedia's commitment to building the best radio stations for the Honolulu community. Continuing the tradition of Hawaiian music and perpetuating the culture of our local stations is very personal to me and I understand its importance to everyone," said Ponimoi. "My foundation is deeply rooted in the Hawaiian culture, music and the values taught to me by my Kumu Hula, the late Aunty Aloha Dalire and her family. SummitMedia and I are committed to serving Hawaii and our Honolulu community."

SummitMedia CEO Carl Parmer stated, "We are very excited for Patti to lead our team in Hawaii. She has a deep personal commitment to Hawaiian culture which is vital to our principles as well as our success." Ponimoi currently serves on the Board for the Honolulu Executive Association and served as the Secretary on the Board for Ka Ulukoa Volleyball Institute. She has been heavily involved in the Honolulu community and has served and volunteered for many local organizations.