Beth Nakamura

Beth Nakamura is the founder and owner of Kilohana Events and Travel, LLC, a remote-based events and travel advising business specializing in meetings, incentives, events, and group travel. With over 20 years of administrative, event, and program planning experience in higher education environments, Beth leverages her extensive event planning expertise and accommodates the active duty military life.

Goal-driven and detail-oriented, Beth is a self-starting team player with 10 years of remote-based and in-person management experience, focusing on business development and relationship management. She excels at balancing big-picture perspectives with a keen eye for details, enhancing event execution and project efficiency across various constituencies.

An enthusiastic connector, Beth facilitates relationships among colleagues, friends, and peers who share common interests, fostering new friendships and professional connections. Her educational background includes a Bachelor of Science degree in Journalism from Boston University College of Communication and a High School Diploma from Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus.

Beth Nakamura's professional journey includes roles such as Assistant Director of Events at Arizona State University - Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication, Events Manager at Columbia University in the City of New York, and Senior Administrative Assistant at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. She has also held positions at various other prestigious institutions, showcasing her diverse skill set and adaptability in managing events, programs, and special projects.

As the former Manager of Events at Cronkite School and Arizona PBS, Beth has honed her expertise in creating seamless experiences for diverse audiences. Her experience as an LL.M. Advocacy and Special Events Coordinator at American University Washington College of Law further illustrates her proficiency in coordinating complex programs while meeting the unique needs of stakeholders.

Overall, Beth Nakamura's multifaceted professional background, combined with her passion for event planning and relationship building, positions her as a versatile entrepreneur and events specialist in the industry.