Anthony brings more than 20 years of experience in marketing and business development in Hawai‘i, with a creative approach shaped by storytelling, music, and connection.
When he’s not working, Anthony enjoys spending time with his family, exploring new restaurants, playing live music with his band.
- ANTHONY BUHAIN
- CX + Strategic Growth Manager
Q&A
WHAT ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT?
My family – everything I do is for them.
FAVORITE QUOTE?
“We have two lives, and the second one begins when we realize we only have one.” – Confucius
FAVORITE RESTAURANT OR FOOD?
Can’t go wrong with Japanese food!
WHY OR HOW DID YOU GET INTO THE PROFESSION YOU ARE IN?
I was attracted to marketing/advertising because of the creative component – using language, visuals, sounds to influence how people behave.
THE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE YOU’VE EVER BEEN GIVEN WAS…….
Wherever you find yourself at any given time is a direct result of a decision you’ve made, good or bad. So make good choices!
WHAT’S ON YOUR BUCKET LIST?
Visit every continent with my family
WHERE DID YOU GROW UP?
I was a military brat and lived in a bunch of places. I graduated high school on the island of Guam, so I think of Guam as my “hometown”
WHAT FICTIONAL PLACE WOULD YOU MOST LIKE TO VISIT?
The Shire from Lord of the Rings
BEST DISH IN HONOLULU?
Poke from Alicia’s Market
FOLLOW A RECIPE OR WING IT?
Wing it – in most cases, anything can become a stir-fry!
BEST BRUNCH SPOT?
Hale Koa – crab legs, crab legs, crab legs!
FAVORITE MOVIE OR GENRE OF MOVIE?
Comedy – the dumber the better.
FAVORITE THING ABOUT LIVING IN HAWAII?
No matter where in the state you find yourself, you’re in one of the most beautiful places on Earth, and I’m reminded of that everywhere I look – the ocean, the mountains, the people, the food, etc.