On the Shoulders of Giants
From the Customer Service Desk to CEO: A Luncheon with Joe Sprague, CEO of Hawaiian Airlines
Thursday, September 18th, 11:30 AM to 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 shaped the industries and communities we know. By standing on the shoulders of these giants, we get to see and create what comes next.
This September, we are honored to welcome Joe Sprague, President and CEO of Hawaiian Airlines, for an inspiring interview and Q&A 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 CEO of Hawaiian Airlines, he leads with heart, honoring the cultural roots of the brand while guiding it through transformation and growth.
During this exclusive luncheon, Joe will reflect on the path he has 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, high above downtown Seattle.
Seats are extremely limited. Do not miss this chance to hear from a leader whose journey reminds us that big dreams and humble beginnings often go hand in hand.
Reserve your ticket today.
On the Shoulders of Giants is proudly presented by reSpace.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the Shoulders of Giants luncheon with Joe Sprague?
The luncheon takes place Thursday, September 18th, from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM at the Columbia Tower Club in downtown Seattle, WA. The event includes an interview and Q&A with Joe Sprague, plus the Columbia Tower Club's signature buffet lunch served before and during the program. Seats are extremely limited, so reserving early is recommended.
Who is Joe Sprague and who is interviewing him?
Joe Sprague is President and CEO of Hawaiian Airlines and a longtime Seattleite who rose from the customer service desk at a regional airline to the top of one of the Pacific's most respected carriers, with earlier leadership roles at Alaska Airlines and the Port of Seattle. He is interviewed by Mike Flynn, longtime PSBJ Publisher and frequent CEO interviewer.
What is the On the Shoulders of Giants series?
On the Shoulders of Giants is an event series, proudly presented by reSpace, that brings the Seattle community together to learn from visionary leaders who have shaped industries and communities. Each gathering features an in-depth interview and Q&A, exploring the perseverance, grit, and values behind a remarkable career so attendees can apply those lessons to what they build next.
What is reSpace?
reSpace is a Seattle company offering structured co-homeownership: you own a private suite in a home in a premier neighborhood plus access to shared common areas, for roughly what you pay to rent a one-bedroom. Thoughtful technology and design turn one home into a small community of individual owners, making homeownership in Seattle's best neighborhoods attainable.
How does reSpace co-homeownership work in Seattle?
With reSpace, you purchase your own private suite inside a designed home in a sought-after Seattle neighborhood, while kitchens, living rooms, and outdoor areas are shared common spaces. Technology and intentional design coordinate the household so a single home becomes a small community of owners, each with a place of their own in a neighborhood they love.
How do I reserve a seat for the luncheon?
Because seating at the Columbia Tower Club is extremely limited, you should reserve your ticket as early as possible through the event's registration link. Reserving early helps secure your spot for the interview, the Q&A with Joe Sprague, and the signature buffet lunch high above downtown Seattle.