End Of An Era UYE @ Ryan’s Grill

I walked topless, in the rain, from Ala Moana Beach Park, so I wouldnt be all sweating up in my party shirt. This was my 3^rd Unilocal event while on the island, and its really where I met the most people.
Maka and Cathy were darlings, with the former being a very good sport, while buzzing pretty hard, to put up with my nonsensical musings on elote… yes, the corn.
I had the pleasure of sitting next to the lovely Jerrae, and this hilarious guy who gave me a ride home. Add the suave Daniel C, and the magnetic Eric R to the mix, and it felt like I was hanging with the bruddahs! And BONUS: Amara popped by! But then add the guy who hikes Koko Head in 12 minutes, and the girly who told me I was haole, and throw Mr Bobby N into the mix… you gots yourself a party on the patio!
I’m also forgetting so many other people I interacted with, that they’ll probably never invite me back to the island. This was THE event to see and be seen at. Honolulu Royalty abounded

During my time as the Unilocal Community Manager I’ve had so many beautiful Unilocal children. No, not biological children, but grown adult-​olescent (this is Cathy’s word) Unilocal children whom have entered the community with me as interns and assistants. I truly believe that the Universe brings each one into my life for a reason. Each one has been special in their own way and as they’ve learned from their experiences with me, I’ve even more so grown and learned from teaching them.
Going down memory lane I remember the first time I met Cathy and Maka like it was yesterday! Cathy, an aspiring writer who blogged about painting her nails, and Maka, a walking human computer who can tweet while sleeping. Who would have know that years after they would become my beloved sister wives? Cathy became my official «work wife» and soon Maka joined her as her «sister wife.» Trust me when I say that you had to be there in order to get the joke in its full glory. Plus, I earnestly think the main reason why they were both brought into my life was so they could meet one another. They say that behind every great man is an even more amazing woman, and in this case I’ve had two! Many people ask me how I do it all ( Unilocal, three kids, etc) and earnestly it’s because I have had amazing, dedicated helpers like Cathy and Maka who truly care about our lovely little community.
Alas all good things must come to an end and now my lovely Unilocal marketing assistants are jumping out of the nest with full-​time jobs! Although Cathy and Maka leaving Unilocal is sad for many Unilocalers, I will never look at things that way. We have had so many great times together and they are both leaving for greater opportunities to grow, flourish and spread their wings! I think the fantastic turnout tonight was truly a reflection of all their hard work, efforts and TLC. You’ll both be missed but now you can really enjoy the parties like true blue Unilocal Elites!

Talk about the end of an era! Cathy & Maka have been at the helm with Emi for as long as I can remember, so losing them BOTH at the same time is like losing 2 of the 3 Musketeers! This UYE was all about hugs & kisses, leis & selfies (oh yeah, & more than a few drinks!), with everyone wishing C&M the best, as they spread their wings to follow their dreams… but also SAD knowing that things will never be quite the same, after this!
And I hope this is not overly-​sentimental, but I just gotta say…
Maka was literally one of the very first Unilocalers I ever met in real life, when we partnered up with Rebecca for CMYE Meals On Wheels! Suffice to say, we all had a blast, & I was instantly hooked on being a part of this Unilocal-​community! Right after that, I met Cathy for the first time, at a brunch event at The Pig & The Lady. I was still very shy about meeting fellow Unilocalers, but Cathy & everyone there was SUPER nice & welcoming, & made me feel comfortable from the moment I got there!
Ah, the memories. =) I know we’ll still see them around, but couldn’t miss pass up this opportunity to celebrate the «End of an Era»!!

«It’s a bittersweet symphony in this life…»
That song played in my head as the night wound down at the End of an Era celebration.
When first arriving at Ward it seems as the heavens cried, it was storming. Or was it huge blessings for these two lovely ladies as they set forth towards new endeavors and start exciting chapters in their ever growing book of life. It was both, the melancholy feeling we felt in having to say good-​bye and also the excitement to see what the bright future holds for Cathy and Maka.
It was great seeing familiar faces as well as faces we’ve seen on Unilocal and believed we were friends but were not. oops! Also getting to meet new friends, like Brett from Arizona, such an awesome guy and he had a wonderful sense of humor!
Happy hour was great, the food was good and the drinks were great. Li hing margarita was fantastic.
To Cathy and Maka we know it is not good-​bye but a simple, see you later. You bet we’ll be seeing each other a lot more. Oh and now you two can actually get ROTD’s…yes!
Thank you to everyone I had an awesome time, great laughs… Oh, Brett. how was the salmon? Did you enjoy eating the…(inside joke) lol!

This was a get together to send Maka and Cathy off to their new jobs. They found full time gigs and will no longer be working for Unilocal.Congratulations to them! They will be missed and I’m sure that they’ll do great no matter where they go.
They always took care of us at Unilocal events. They would check us in, answer all of our questions and hand out schwag. Most importantly, they always had smiles on their faces and made everyone feel welcome.
Maka is so funny. My husband enjoyed talking to her at this event. It was nice that Cathy came by and chatted for a bit. It’s bittersweet but I know I’ll be seeing them at future Unilocal events.
Thanks for sending me the pic, Jerrae.

I can hardly remember Unilocal without Cathy and Maka! It definitely is a big change and I still can’t believe they’re leaving. Years have passed by and there have been countless awesome events that they’ve had a hand in putting together.
I remember meeting Cathy at a UYE in downtown. I first met Maka at the Makiki Farmer’s Market at Tim P’s UYE that was happening. Oh, the memories, and the fun times!
I wish you guys the best of luck with your new jobs. I’m sure you’ll do well!

Cathy and Maka you both have done so much for all of the Unilocalers in the past several years. We can’t thank you enough for your service and for help making Unilocal such a great community. It was great to be a part of it all with you two!

Tonight was a true testament to how loved and appreciated Cathy and Maka are at Unilocal.There was a big turn out at Ryan’s Grill to tell them how much they will be missed and to congratulate them on their new journey in life. To meet Maka and Cathy is truly a blessing. They come as a package deal, but what a deal! We should call it the Makathy deal… lol! But that’s how intertwined these two fine ladies are and what has made all of my Unilocal experiences so positively memorable. They have been at all the Unilocal events that I was lucky enough to get into. Their smiles, laughter, and loving hearts are irresistible! They always made me feel so welcomed when I checked into an event. I am so very proud of them for finding careers in the big leagues professionally, but I hope that they always know their time at Unilocal was in the big leagues of all of our hearts. Though this is not goodbye… it truly does feel like an end of an era because the reality is that we won’t be all seeing them at every single event anymore. Now you two get to feel the agony of waiting on that confirmation email like the rest of us commoners… lol! Love you Cathy and Maka! Best of luck to you in your new careers!

Last night was an emotional one celebrating Cathy and Maka’s time with Unilocal Honolulu. I’m going to miss you both!
Cathy and Maka were the two people I met when I first started becoming active on Unilocal.I have so many memories of seeing them at all the events for years. Always warm, upbeat and welcoming – the new interns will have big shoes to fill!
It was so nice to see so many Unilocalers gather together at Ryan’s Grill to honor these two lovely ladies.
Good luck to Cathy and Maka on their new chapter! Your new employers are lucky to have you two. I know you guys are gonna kill it there!
And finally, thanks so much for all you’ve done and for always making me feel a part of such a wonderful community.

Maka and Cathy, what can I say? The women of Unilocal.You’ve left a legacy of great examples on how it should be not only as a Unilocal ambassador but an excellent example of how an active Elite should be. You are like two peas in a pod and showed up in UYE’s together showing lots of support for everyone. Thank you for showing lots of aloha and passion in all you do! I don’t know how you did it. You two are like Wonder Women! You’ve left a great impression in all of us. In all the years you’ve been working with Unilocal, I’m sure you’ve turned your world upside down to make it the best experience for us on all the events. I didn’t know what went on behind the scenes until Cathy (after many drinks under) have spoken her heart out about her worries and concerns during the planning. She and Maka strive to make everything perfect for their Unilocal family, new and current ones. In all honesty, the events have been everything amazing and flawless. You must feel like you’re planning a wedding and more during each event.
I give you both loads of credit for lots of fresh ideas, greatest innovations and being the best Marketing Assistants for Unilocal.You broke me out of my shy shell with all those killer ice breakers! Who does that?! Now I’ve gained a huge family here. Being alone in Hawaii wasn’t always fun until Unilocal came into my life. I will always remember first meeting Maka in July 2013, and it was a hot day! I was a guest on my first UYE at Taste featuring Mimi’s Place, specializing in Peruvian Cuisine. She offered to share her Aji De Gallina because my food came out a little later than the others. I remember meeting Cathy at my first CMYE at «Man of Steel». Boy was that a fun night in June 2013. Wow, how the years fly and gone like the wind. Thank you for introducing me to this crazy drink called «Beautiful» during Happy Hour at Ruth’s Chris. I wasn’t feeling so beautiful until I tried that drink. «Just drink and don’t inhale it!», Cathy and Maka implied. I know! I was being a prude! You make drinking so much fun! I’ve seen you two grow in the past 3 years and I can only say you’ve become a lot crazier and funnier each passing time and of course wiser!
Tonight was the night I’ve seen so many emotions from people that have known Cathy and Maka the longest. Tears of joy all around! Hats off to Maka and Cathy to their next endeavors. I still look forward to your future UYE’s, more game nights of playing Coup and perhaps more happy hours with you.

Truly End of an Era! A nice casual UYE to celebrate and say goodbye to two fantastic employees of Unilocal!I mean friends! What better place than on the lanai of Ryan’s — a favorite HH hangout! We laughed, talked story, talked about this person and that (nah), and of course CHEERS!
Lot’s of memories with these two lovely ladies…
A LYCHEE MARTINI! CHEERS!
MAKA: I remember meeting Maka for the first time like it was yesterday! It was a sunny spring day of 2013. We were already Unilocal friends, but didn’t meet IRL yet. It was my first UYE that I hosted and the new intern in town was Maka! She attended my UYE and I was immediately impressed on how friendly and soft-​spoken she was. My UYE was a Gelato event and I also clearly recalled how much she could eat! Like WOW! She later attended every single event I hosted and she always had my back! I’ll always love her for this!
CATHY: I remember Cathy as a movie and a book! Well, let me explain… I mean the first time I met her was late 2012 at a CMYE movie! I don’t recall the movie (Beautiful Creatures or was it a Twilight one?), but I do remember Cathy! Her smile. Her hug. Her genuine vibes I always felt when I saw her. I also attended the very first Hawaii Book Club Event hosted by Cathy, and I’m happy to say the tradition of not reading the book applies til today!
A LI HING MUI MARTINI! CHEERS!
Yes, I have mixed emotions of seeing Unilocal Hawaii LOSING the backbone of the Unilocal Hawaii community, but I have been around the block more than once or twice, so I know what’s up! Yes, I read the Wall Street Journal! I’m happy both are taking steps forward, but I’ll miss them being part of the Y! I truly love these ladies and wish them both the best in life, but I also know it’ll never be the same in the Unilocal world. I accept life goes on. And that rule definitely applies here to the fullest! Just cherish your friends today, keep those memories alive, read books like Cathy, and eat like Maka!
A CHILLED BEER! CHEERS!
Say NO to fakery! I’m clairvoyant for all things good… I read people like a book! Maka & Cathy simply rock it on Unilocal,but more importantly in REAL LIFE!
Goodbye loves! A Hui Hou! Til we meet again…
THE END.
OVERALL GRADE: 5.0-STARS!
Unilocal REVIEW #485/​500

Yes I agree it’s definitely a End of an Era of the most memorable Marketing Assistants Hawaii Unilocal has had! Am I sad yes! But I know I’ll see the two of them around at events and of course at other gatherings which makes me happy because they are much more than YMA’s they are just fun to hang out with too! I know that both Cathy and Maka will do great at whatever they pursue and I know wherever they are those companies will greatly benefit from their hard work and commitment.
What is so wonderful about Hawaii Unilocalers is that we not only see people at events as attendees but as friends we can hang out with both at events and just to hang out with at any time or excuse.
Maka & Cathy you too will always be Awesome!

Unilocal Graduation. That was the atmosphere last night at Ryan’s Grill.
Cathy T. and Maka K. — - two outstanding individuals who I have known since Fall 2013 and have gotten to know them better. We are well aware that Unilocal Hawaii is AMAZING with CM Emi H. and her 2 marketing assistants pumping out EPIC event after event. But now they have graduated, both girls move on to their next phase in life.
It was touching to see so many people show up yesterday. It was disgustingly HOT and HUMID and with outside seating at Ryan’s Grill our weather didn’t stop many to stop by and celebrate. Some visits may have been brief but they wanted to pay their respects to Cathy T. and Maka K. These two girls graduated with HIGH HONORS as they were showered with leis, rounds of drinks as well as hugs. Many photos were taken throughout the event.
This is not like high school where friends separated and went to colleges all over the mainland. These two will still be in Honolulu so there will be opportunities to see them. I am grateful for Emi H. as the outstanding leader for scouting Cathy T. and Maka K.
It was great to have seen many old faces last night, especially those who have been out of circulation for months. I was fortunate to have sat on a table that provided me with food. I had dinner plans but stayed longer than intended.
In closing, I sincerely wish continued success to Cathy T. and Maka K. in their new separate journeys. Thank you so much for your contributions to Unilocal Hawaii as you both have made these years so memorable for me.

«End of an Era UYE» — what does this mean — I asked fellow Unilocaler Paul C. I was in TOTAL shock as I read and re-​read the email from Maka. To me, it was the End of my Unilocal World as I know it.
From Day One, Maka and Cathy were always there at EVERY Event.
«Who was there before them», I asked Paul. He named some names which didn’t mean anything to me.
Still trying to make sense out of all of this, I spoke with Terrance Y., Gold Elite Hawaii Unilocaler. He stated clearly that Cathy and Maka were the best Ambassadors Unilocal Hawaii has ever had. Their cheerfulness, efficiency, and Aloha Spirit cannot be beat. I agree.
Cathy, ever level-​headed and patient, told me that Unilocal Hawaii will be even better with new Interns who are younger and have fresh ideas. I just am not ready to let go…
For example, when I saw Cathy checking in to the Self Storage with the comment, «My last time here», I burst out into tears. Good thing I was alone at home. I have to pause now and then while typing this review because I cannot see my computer screen through all of my tears…
I’m going to miss Maka scolding me: «Auntie — you cannot go in yet!» Oooh — that Maka has a sharp eye as I look for the best seat, closest to the food! She knows me too well! I’m going to miss both of their sincere greetings when I bring non-​Yelpers as my +1 to Events and introduce them. Remembering all of the fun times we have had makes me really appreciate them and how Unilocal Hawaii has become ohana through their presence and assistance.
With mixed feelings, I wish them all the best in their new endeavors. I know that they will be successful in everything that they are involved with. I pray that their next boss will be as nice as Emi and that their new coworkers will be as fun-​loving and cooperative as each other!
I’m looking forward to just hanging out with them at future events where they can just socialize and not have to set up and clean up — they can just relax and enjoy with everyone — as they so deserve! Aloha pumehana!

It’s going to be super difficult to duplicate the «Maka and Cathy Unilocal Show», these two had done a great job representing Unilocal Hawaii with so much Aloha.
Tonight was truly an end of an era and getting together with everyone to celebrate this occasion was fun, but a little sad, Cathy stop crying!
I really love both of you two and appreciate everything you have done to make Unilocal events even more fun and memorable.
Wishing you both the Best of Luck on your future endeavors, I know you both will succeed in whatever you do. Aloha and Mahalo!

It’s alway sad to see two key people in Unilocal Hawaii leave Unilocal but we wish them nothing but the best in their future. Cathy and Maka have done so much here that we have nothing but gratitude for their services to Unilocal.Tonight was filled with mixed emotions of sorrow and happiness as everyone was sad that they were leaving but at the same time celebrated what they have done in the last few years. Everyone is vey happy that they have both found new careers. Many Unilocalers made time just to attend this event, even for just a bit so that they can thank them for everything they have done for Unilocal Hawaii. I had to leave early but I feel very blessed to have met both Cathy and Maka through Unilocal.It’s a sad day because it’s an end to an era but let’s look forward to a bigger and brighter future for everyone.