Background
Takayama, Linda Chu was born on February 12, 1948 in Honolulu. Daughter of Charles Chung and Beatrice (Chang) Chu.
Takayama, Linda Chu was born on February 12, 1948 in Honolulu. Daughter of Charles Chung and Beatrice (Chang) Chu.
Bachelor, U. Hawaii, 1974; Juris Doctor, George Mason U., 1986.
Director advertising, Gibson's Department Store, Honolulu, 1975-1976; assistant director advertising, Parkview Gem Department Store, Honolulu, 1976-1977; director staff, State Republican Benjamin Cayetano, Honolulu, 1977-1978; director state legislation, Grocery Manufacturers American Inc., Washington, 1979-1987; administrative assistant, general counsel, United States Senate Sergeant at Arms, Washington, 1987-1991; insurance commissioner, State of Hawaii, Honolulu, 1991-1994; deputy director, State Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, 1994-1995; partner, Chun Chipchase Takayama, since 1995.
Board of directors Hawaii Foodbank Inc., Honolulu, since 1991, chairman, since 1995. Board directors Hawaii Health Information Corporation. Member Hawaii Bar Association.
Married Gregg T. Takayama, Nov.1, 1975. Children: Kelly, Teal, Sage.