Kukui Corporation Appoints Christina Solorzano Director of Marketing and Communications

KUKUI • March 5, 2014

San Jose, CA – Kukui Corporation, a developer of marketing software solutions for the automotive repair and dental industries, has appointed Christina Solorzano Director of Marketing and Communications. Solorzano joined Kukui in April 2013 and most recently served as the company’s Client Success Coordinator.


In her new role, Solorzano will oversee all of Kukui’s marketing programs, including advertising campaigns, public relations, social media, event coordination and collateral production. Solorzano will also handle internal communications and create the company’s media strategy.


“Christina is a dynamic self-starter, who has proven to be a valuable asset to the Kukui team. She will take Kukui’s marketing efforts to the next level and expand the company’s visibility,” said Todd Westerlund, Kukui’s President of U.S. Operations.



Solorzano’s previous marketing experience includes working with clients at Dwight, Bentel and Hall Communications and establishing the Teen Arts Army program at the Arts Council of Silicon Valley. She earned a degree in public relations from San Jose State University.



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