On the Shoulders of Giants | From the Customer Service Desk to CEO: Luncheon with Joe Sprague, CEO of Hawaiian Airlines, Thursday, September 18th | 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM at the Columbia Tower Club | Seattle, WA
“If I have seen further than others, it is by standing on the shoulders of giants.” – Isaac Newton
Every opportunity available to us today exists because of visionary leaders who have shaped industries and communities as we know them. It is by standing on the shoulders of these giants that we can see and create what’s next.
This September, we are honored to welcome Joe Sprague, President and CEO of Hawaiian Airlines, for an inspiring interview and Q&A session with longtime PSBJ Publisher and frequent CEO interviewer, Mike Flynn. Joe’s story is one of perseverance, grit, and integrity—rising from the customer service desk at a regional airline to the top job at one of the most respected carriers in the Pacific.
A longtime Seattleite, Joe’s aviation journey began at ground level—literally—and took flight as he steadily worked his way up through leadership roles at Alaska Airlines and the Port of Seattle. Today, as the CEO of Hawaiian Airlines, he’s leading with heart, honoring the cultural roots of the brand while guiding it through transformation and growth.
During this exclusive lunch luncheon, Joe will reflect on the path he’s traveled—from checking in passengers to making boardroom decisions—and share hard-earned lessons in leadership, adaptability, and staying grounded in your values no matter how high you climb.
Before and during the event, enjoy the Columbia Tower Club’s world-renowned signature buffet lunch.
Seats are extremely limited—don’t miss this opportunity to hear from a leader whose journey reminds us that big dreams and humble beginnings often go hand in hand.
