Maui Business
A&B Sells 5 Land Parcels at Maui Business Park and Expands Development’s Offerings
Commercial real estate Company A&B sold five land parcels totaling 6.3 acres for $10.9 million in the North Project area of Maui Business Park. The company also announced the expansion of its land offerings in the South Project area of the 125-acre development.
8th Hawaiʻi Energy Conference Goes Virtual June 22-24; Registration Still Open
The 8th Hawaiʻi Energy Conference will be virtual this year from June 22-24, with the early bird rate ending May 14.
Ka Huina 2021 to Convene Virtually in Four One-Day Conferences
The Native Hawaiian Hospitality Association in partnership with the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority is presenting the Ka Huina 2021 conference virtually in a series of four one-day virtual conferences from 2 to 5 p.m. on May 7, May 21, June 4 and June 18. The afternoon sessions are free and will conclude with music for Aloha Friday.
The Shops at Wailea Mother’s Day Giveaway
Entries must be submitted by 5 p.m. HST on Thursday, May 6. Winners will be announced on The Shops at Wailea Facebook and Instagram story on Friday, May 7.
Native Hawaiian Owned NOHO HOME Gains Global Audience with Macy’s Partnership
Home Grown Native Hawaiian owned and operated brand, NOHO HOME by Jalene Kanani gains a Global Audience with Macy’s Feature and Partnership.
Hawaiian Electric Disconnection Moratorium to End May 31, 2021
The moratorium on disconnections for nonpayment of Hawaiian Electric bills ends on May 31, 2021. Customers with a past due balance are urged to set up a payment plan that can stretch installments over many months.
3 New CDL Drivers Join MEO Transportation
Three new bus drivers joined Maui Economic Opportunity Transportation after passing their Commercial Driver’s License test on April 26.
Maui Mall Village Celebrates Mother’s Day with Promotion, May 1-9
Maui Mall Village is holding a Mother’s Day promotion from May 1 through May 9. Shoppers who make purchases totaling $150 or more can redeem their receipts for a Maui Mall Village 10-liter dry bag.
Free Digital Literacy Courses at UH Maui College
Students will learn basic computer operations and how to use the Internet, and create an email account through which they will receive additional free online resources for improving their digital skills and more.
Hawai‘i Tourism Authority Board Selects George Kam To Serve As Chair
The Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority Board of Directors selected George Kam as its new chair during yesterday’s monthly board meeting. He previously served as its vice-chair. Kam is an active community leader and is a former executive in the surf industry.
Maui United Way Benefits from ‘Ohana Fuels Donation
First quarter sales for 2021 at the Maui ʻOhana Fuels locations resulted in a total of $5,327.10. That total, combined with car washes that earned $1,083, created a total donation of $6,410.10 for Maui United Way.
MEO Presents Virtual Core Four Business Planning Classes Starting May 4
Maui Economic Opportunity’s Business Development Center presents its next series of “Core Four Business Planning” classes starting from 9 to 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 4 through Thursday, June 3, 2021. The five-week series will be held online with two-hour sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
HTA Appoints Dylan Ching, Keith “Keone” Downing and Sigmund “Sig” Zane to Serve on its Board of Directors
The Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority appointed three individuals – Dylan Ching, Keith “Keone” Downing and Sigmund “Sig” Zane – to serve on its board of directors. The appointees were nominated by Gov. David Ige and confirmed by the Hawaiʻi State Senate with their terms effective immediately.
Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunrise Seeks Applicants for Three $1,000 Vocational Scholarships
The Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunrise is seeking applicants for its annual vocational scholarships. Three applicants will receive $1,000 scholarships to help pay for training in areas such as agriculture, auto mechanics, welding, cosmetology or any trade or non-academic occupation.
Mayor Victorino to Pursue TAT Tax to Help Mitigate Tourism Impacts to Maui County
The mayor believes the surcharge will serve as an incentive for Maui County to crack down on the growing number of illegal vacation rentals that don’t pay TAT.
Development Services Administration Moves Kahului Office to Maui County Service Center Location, May 3
The Department of Public Works’ Development Services Administration will move its Kahului office from 86 Kamehameha Avenue to its new location at the Maui County Service Center at 110 Ala`ihi St., Suite 203 on Monday, May 3.
Taverna Restaurant Announces John Hearns to Management Team
Taverna Restaurant announced the appointment of John Hearns as Managing Director/General Manager for the newly re-opened restaurant.
Reduced Adoption Fees During Maui “Empty the Shelter” Event, May 5-9
BISSELL Pet Foundation is again aiming to Empty the Shelters by sponsoring reduced adoption fees of $25 or less at 200 participating shelters, including the Maui Humane Society from May 5-9, 2021.
Goodfellow Bros. Earns “Great Place to Work” Certification
Goodfellow Bros., a fourth-generation family-owned large heavy-civil contractor, has earned official recognition as a Great Place to Work-CertifiedTM company.
Kaunoa Senior Services Offers Online Classes via Zoom in May
The Department of Housing and Human Concerns’ Kaunoa Senior Services divison is offering a variety of online classes via Zoom in May for seniors 55 years old and older. Signed waivers are required for exercise classes.
