LAHAINA, Maui, Hawaii — Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa irecently announce the appointment of Cindy Dugan as the new general manager of Japengo, the resort’s new Pacific Rim Restaurant and Sushi Lounge.

With more than 10 years of management experience, Dugan has an extensive background in both hospitality and food and beverage industries. Prior to her appointment as general manager of Japengo, Dugan was the food and beverage manager of Hyatt Regency Maui overseeing operations of breakfast outlets including in-room dining, coffee bar, Swan Court, and Regency Club.

“Since the opening of the restaurant in Dec. 2010, Japengo has been well-received by locals and visitors as Maui’s hottest new dining destination,” said Michael Jokovich, general manager at Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa. “We are confident that with Cindy’s vast experience in the hospitality industry and strong food and beverage background, Japengo will continue as a culinary trendsetter among Maui’s restaurants while providing the highest quality of service.”

A graduate of Johnson & Wales University, Dugan launched her career with Hyatt Hotels and Resorts at the Hyatt Regency Denver Tech Center in 2004. There, she held various positions including catering administrative assistant and meeting concierge & catering/convention service coordinator before joining Hyatt Regency O’Hare as the convention service manager.

In 2008, Dugan was promoted to catering manager and regional daylight key operator at Hyatt Regency O’Hare. Two years later, she was promoted to associate director of convention services, a position she held until 2011.

Dugan has been member of the Professional Convention Manager Association (PCMA) and has volunteered at several philanthropic organizations including Colorado Restaurant Association Educational Foundation and Colorado Pro Start.

For more information regarding Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa, contact the resort by phone at (808) 661-1234 or visit the resort website: www.maui.hyatt.com.

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