Business Agent Candidate 
Roberto “Bobby” Andrion Jr.

Business Agent Candidate 
Joseph “Joe” Aquino

Aloha Brothers and Sisters, My name is Joseph Aquino, I’m a millwright at HC&S and I’m running for Business Agent, Maui Division. Originally from Molokai, I’m no stranger to the union. My mother was a member while working at the Sheraton Molokai and a shop Steward. I was in the 5th grade back then, but I remember her talking to family and friends about their rights and responsibilities as a BU member. I’ve also witnessed a strike at the hotel and watch the members stand up for their rights of better pay, benefits and safe working conditions.

I believe in the union and what it stands for. Some may have doubts, but remember this, without you this union cannot exist. Let’s work together in bringing that confidence and strength back into our working areas’.

I was an Editor for my unit. In 2013 I received the “best editor” award for Maui and a runner up in 2014. I was in charge of new membership and workers’ compensation. I sat in as a temporary BA and a member of the bargaining team. I was also an active participant with our PAC. I humbly ask for your support and vote.

Mahalo

Business Agent Candidate 
Douglas K. Cabading

Aloha Brothers and Sisters, I’m Douglas K. Cabading and I am running for BA to work with our all our members for better working conditions. I work at hailiimaile Gold and have been an active member since 1981 to present.. I have been involved in:

Mmebership Services, Vice Chairman and Chairman to Unit 2306.

Delegates to Both the International and Local Conventions, Worked with the PAC, Numerous Negotiations for Maui Land and Pine.

Sat on both the Local and International Executive Boards.

Currently the Trustee : Maui Division and sat on the International 

Trustee. Temporary BA.

Business Agent Candidate 
Jerrybeth (JB) De Mello

It has been a pleasure in serving you as Maui Division Business Agent for the last elected 8 terms. The next 3 years will emphasize on educate, continuous training for upcoming leaders, in our membership as my moto “today we follow and tomorrow we lead.” There can be no greater urgency then too maneuver our union to better meet the challenges that is before us.

I need to say a sincere mahalo to all of our unit officers/stewards for their thankless time and dedication in assisting their fellow members through difficult hardships with changes of ownerships, landowners, managerial companies that is hard of an adjustment for everyone. Most members wondering if their jobs, benefits are secure in this sporadic time.

I’ll repeat this as many times, the “ILWU banner has always been branded in my family for four (4) generations from Pineapple Plantation to Tourism. I emphasize to my love ones that almost everything we purchase is bought with hard earned-union wages. They know without the union, we could not enjoy a better opportunity and future.” This is one of my greatest teaching not too lose sight of.

Business Agent Candidate 
Claro Pascua Romero Jr.

RE-ELECT CLARO PASCUA ROMERO JR. BUSINESS AGENT MAUI DIVISION ILWU LOCAL 142

Aloha Brothers and Sisters ,

I appreciate all the support you have given me in the past and I ask for your continued support as we move into another election. I will continue to do my best to support you and especially members who are immigrants or those who speak English as a second language, including Filipino workers who are employed in ILWU units. I have settled many grievances based on constitutional problems and my ability to advocate for all

the workers which provide me with a record and history of helping those who need it.

Mabuhay and God Bless, 
Claro P. Romero 
Business Agent Local 142

Business Agent Candidate 
Nicole “DeRego” Scida

Business Agent Candidate 
Stephen W. West

Aloha, Brothers and Sisters, First I Would Like to Thank You for Your Support in the Past Elections.

I have been serving as your Business Agent since 2008. I humbly request your vote in this next election, so I may continue to serve you.

I have been an active ILWU member for over 29 years, at the Makena Beach & Golf Resort, Unit-2511, served as Shop-Steward, Unit-Editor, GrievanceChairman, and Unit-Chair from 1997-2008 at the Grand Wailea Resort and Spa, Unit-2520 for 20 years, and served as Vice-Chair. I was involved in many negotiations, dedicated to improving the quality of life and working conditions for our members. I have focused experience in Negotations, Workman’s Compensation, Grievance-handling, and more. Your values and concerns are very important to me.

In addition, my experience includes, Political Action Coordinator, 2009- Present; Maui Division Organizer, 2010-2012; MEO Chair, 2008-2013; Maui-County-Salary-Commission-Chair, 2009-2014; Liquor-Control-Commission 2014- Present; ILWU Business Agent, 2008-Present.

Mahalo nui loa for your support. As your Business Agent from the Maui Division, I will be part of leadership, working for Change You Want. Together, we can preserve the jobs that we enjoy today, and build a better life for tomorrow. 

With utmost respect, Salamat-Po Stephen West