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OUTRIGGER Announces Sonya Lamas Director of Human Resources & Talent Acquisition

RELEASE NUMBER 52|24

HONOLULU OUTRIGGER Hospitality Group has appointed Sonya Lamas as Director of Human Resources and Talent Acquisition, effective Oct. 29, 2024.

In her new role, Lamas will lead the development, execution and administration of effective, proactive, and targeted talent acquisition strategies to meet current and future needs, both domestically and globally. Additionally, she will design processes, protocols, training programs and initiatives that effectively source diverse and qualified applicants, aligning with The OUTRIGGER Way.

Lamas joins OUTRIGGER from Hyatt Hotels & Resorts in Orange County, California, where as the Director of HR she analyzed trends and metrics to develop enhanced onboarding processes and increase colleague retention. Lamas has also served as the Area Director of Human Resources at Hyatt Regency Santa Clara & Andaz Napa and led the human resources division at the Hyatt Regency Orange County in Southern California.

She began her career in human resources for Starwood Hotels in 2007, joined Hyatt as one of the first area recruiters in 2010, and advanced to lead a team in managing the recruiting cycle for eleven Hyatt Hotels as the Area Director of Talent Acquisition.

“Sonya’s extensive experience in HR and talent acquisition, combined with her dedication to fostering a culture of caring and inclusion make her an excellent fit for OUTRIGGER,” said Ruthann Yamanaka, SVP and Chief People Officer at OUTRIGGER Hospitality Group. “We are confident she will bring innovative strategies and perspectives to our team, helping us attract and retain top talent while perpetuating The OUTRIGGER Way.”

Lamas holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from the University of Phoenix, San Diego, CA. She was awarded the Association of Latino Professionals for America’s Most Powerful Latina in Hyatt Rising Star and is a contributing author of the book, Latinas Rising Up in HR.

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