Maui Business
Maui Land & Pineapple Company welcomes Land Manager, Jasen Kaʻimikaua
Maui Land & Pineapple Company announced the recent appointment of Jasen Kaʻimikaua as Land Manager. In this role, he will support the company’s renewed mission to put its 22,000 acres of land to productive use.
Island Grocery Depot Lahaina is open Sundays again starting this week
Island Grocery Depot Lahaina, located at 58 Kupuohi Street in the Lahaina Industrial Park, will be open seven days a week again, with the return of Sunday hours starting this Sunday, March 24. Store hours are now 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily at both Lahaina and Kahului locations.
HVCB names Laurie Ihara senior director of sales for single properties
The Hawai‘i Visitors and Convention Bureau announced the appointment of Laurie Ihara as its new senior director of sales, single property. In her role, Ihara will be responsible for collaboratively leading and developing strategy for Meet Hawai‘i’s single property team.
Hawaiʻi nonprofits encouraged to apply for grants focused on technology, health and well-being
Nonprofit organizations focused on improving Hawai‘i residents’ access to technology and health and well-being are encouraged to apply for a grant from Hawaiian Telcom powered by the Bell Charitable Foundation.
Women in Business Seminar to focus on certification as women/minority businesses
Competitive advantages through certification as a women/minority-owned and certified business will be discussed during a Women In Business Seminar from noon to 1 p.m. March 28, according to the Maui Economic Development Board.
Home Maid Bakery closing leaves sadness for customers and employees
Hard hit by inflation, the COVID-19 pandemic and a downturn in local business caused by the August wildfires, the iconic Home Maid Bakery, “home of the crispy manju,” will be shutting down permanently at the end of this month.
Maui seniors have assisted transport option for medical appointments
Maui seniors who have health, mobility or memory challenges can now take advantage of an assisted transport program being offered by Vivia by Hoʻokele Home Care.
Lahaina Cannery reopens 7 months after August wildfires on March 18
After a closure of seven and a half months since the August wildfires, Lahaina Cannery announced it is reopening its doors to Maui residents and visitors on Monday, March 18, 2024.
Hawai‘i Tourism Authority researching better tourism governance in Hawai‘i
Community input is being sought on how tourism can be managed in Hawai‘i.
American Savings Bank contributes $135K, and service volunteer hours for wildfire survivors
American Savings Bank and its teammates have contributed more than $135,000 and 600 Seeds of Service volunteer hours to aid those impacted by the devastating Maui wildfires.
Ka Ipu Kukui fellows explore challenges of building resilience in Maui County
Sixteen fellows of the 2024 Ka Ipu Kukui cohort gathered recently to address building resilience for Maui County, a challenge that’s all the more daunting in the wake of the August wildfires.
Maui Gold Pineapple donates $2,000 to Lahainaluna High School robotics team
Maui Gold Pineapple contributed $2,000 to support Lahainaluna High School’s Robotics Team, assisting promising STEM students with travel and opportunity costs.
Maui Island unemployment at 6.2%, Maui County at 5.9% in January 2024
The non-seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for Maui Island was 6.2% in January 2024, compared to 5.8% the previous month, and 3% at the same time in 2023. The data was included in a new report released today from the Hawaiʻi Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism.
Maui Office of Economic Development grant applications available for Fiscal Year 2025
The County of Maui Office of Economic Development announced that applications are now available for the Fiscal Year 2025 Grant Program. The program is designed to support projects, programs and events that aim to generate positive economic impacts within Maui County. The application deadline is April 30, 2024.
Council reviews plans to convert Maui Sun, a former Kīhei hotel, into affordable housing
While thousands of wildfire survivors remain displaced, Maui County Council members heard Tuesday a proposal for the state to purchase the former 216-room Maui Sun Hotel property in central Kīhei and convert it into long-term affordable workforce housing and a public prekindergarten facility.
The Westin Maui concludes $160M transformation with the debut of Kūkahi Tower
The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Kāʻanapali marks the completion of its multi-year, $160 million transformation with the complete renovation and rebranding of the Ocean Tower into Kūkahi Tower.
Hui No’eau Visual Arts Center receives $10,000 Stand For The Arts award
The Hui Noʻeau Visual Arts Center will receive $10,000 through the 2023-24 Stand For The Arts Awards, a partnership with Ovation TV that recognizes local arts, cultural and educational organizations and programs, Spectrum announced.
Gov. Green honored with Resilience in Tourism Award by Forbes Travel Guide
Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green, M.D. received the Resilience in Tourism Award at Forbes Travel Guide’s “The Summit” event, held in Las Vegas, Feb. 28-29. The award commends a leader demonstrating a dedication and focus on building resilience in a meaningful and impactful way.
Spectrum awards $15,000 Digital Education Grant to Māpunawai Inc.
Spectrum has announced that Māpunawai Inc. was one of the 46 nonprofit organizations nationwide to receive the $15,000 Spectrum Digital Education grant this year.
Grand Wailea announces opening of Kilolani Spa, inspired by the Hawaiian moon calendar
Maui’s Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, today announced the opening of its Kilolani Spa, a new 50,000 square foot open air luxury spa.