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FOUNDATION HIRES ALEX SMITH AS CORP FACILITY DIRECTOR

The Hawaii Pacific Tennis Foundation has hired Alex Smith as the facility director for the Central Oahu Regional Park Tennis Complex. In his new position, Alexwill manage the day to day affairs of the complex, including supervising administration, maintenance, scheduling, and concession activities. According to Foundation Executive Director Mark Beede, "The Foundation is extremely fortunate to partner with Alex in taking tennis to a new level in Hawaii and on Oahu. Alex's big picture vision for Hawaii's tennis and his attention to detail make him an invaluable addition to our team."

Alex, a life long tennis supporter and player, is also President of HI-5 Sports, a sports management company. Under Alex's direction, HI-5 Sports was a finalist in the City proposal process for management of the Waipio Peninsula Soccer Complex. In that endeavor, HI-5 Sports gained the support of the local soccer community, members of the City, and the support as consultant from Big League Dreams, an award winning sports facility management firm on the mainland. Alex is also a CPA and MBA and has worked extensively with not-for-profit organizations providing accounting and management advice. Smith also has international experience, working for Deloitte & Touche for 7 years, 4 of those in Micronesia. Alex is involved in his community, and is the current President of the UH College of Business Administration Alumni Association.

The Hawaii Pacific Tennis Foundation is a not for profit 501 (c) (3) charity committed to community and individual improvement through the growth and development of tennis.