Maui Business
Segway Maui to Introduce New Electric Vehicles for its 10 Year Anniversary
Segway Maui in Lahaina celebrates 10 years of operations since opening its doors in 2011.
J. Walter Cameron Center Receives Grant from the Haynes Family Fund
The J. Walter Cameron Center received a $500 grant from the Haynes Family Fund administered by the Hawaiʻi Community Foundation.
Family Fund Provides $10,000 Grant to Maui Economic Opportunity for Pandemic Assistance
The Kent & Polli Smith Family Fund of the Hawaiʻi Community Foundation provided a $10,000 grant to Maui Economic Opportunity for rental and utility assistance to people impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ramos Promoted at Maui Ku‘ia Estate Chocolate
Maui Ku‘ia Estate Chocolate, Inc. announced the promotion of Meghan Ramos to fulfillment team manager.
Hawaiian Hotels and Resorts Promotes George Gomes Jr. to Regional Executive Chef
Hawaiian Hotels and Resorts has promoted George Gomes Jr. to regional executive chef for the Royal Kona Resort on Hawaiʻi Island and Royal Lahaina Resort on Maui.
Champagne Hale at Cliff House Returns for Reservations in February
Montage Kapalua Bay’s Champagne Hale at Cliff House returns for reservations for select weekends from Feb. 11 – 21, 2021.
Sensei Lāna‘i, A Four Seasons Resort Unveils New Programming and Partnership
Sensei Lāna’i – A Four Seasons Resort today unveiled its new Optimal Wellbeing Program. The program is an in-depth diagnostic and data-led initiative designed to help guests awaken their “optimal” self through technology and experiential learning. Additionally, the program features a partnership with WHOOP to help measure performance and coincides with the roll out of […]
Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center Chinese New Year Event to Raise Funds for Nonprofits
In the spirit of the Lunar New Year, select stores at the Queen Kaʻahumanu Center in Kahului will accept lai see (red envelopes), Feb. 12-19, 2021. All donations will be distributed to local non-profit organizations on Maui.
Report: Family-Owned Farms Account for 93% of Hawaiʻi Farms
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service released its 2017 Census of Agriculture Farm Typology report on Jan. 22, 2021, classifying Hawaiʻi’s farms to better evaluate the state’s agriculture.
Governor Updates Hawai‘i’s Financial Future
In January, the Council on Revenues increased its revenue projections by $2 billion over seven years, but the state will still have a significant revenue shortfall, according to the governor.
Utility Bill Assistance Program Closes to New Applicants Due to High Demand
The Hawaiʻi Utility Bill Assistance Program established by Hawaiian Electric and Aloha United Way is closed to new applications due to high demand that led to nearly $2 million being committed to 2,700 households in two days.
Maui Council Adopts Resolution Urging Legislature to Legalize, Regulate and Tax Cannabis
The Maui County Council voted unanimously on Friday to adopt a resolution urging the legislature to legalize, regulate and tax cannabis for responsible adult use.
Down The Hatch Adds Chef de Cuisine Jorge Perez to Kitchen Team in Lahaina
Down The Hatch Maui welcomes Chef de Cuisine Jorge “Nacho” Perez to help manage alongside Executive Chef Alvin Savella at the Lahaina eatery.
Maui Ku‘ia Estate Chocolate Donates More than $100,000 in Sweets and Proceeds During Pandemic
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Maui Ku‘ia Estate Chocolate company of Lahaina has donated sweets to first responders and people sheltering in place across the country, and contributed proceeds to the Maui Food Bank and other nonprofits.
Maui Job Corps Center Honors Top Employees
The Maui Job Corps Center recently honored top employees through its Celebrating Excellence awards program that selects recipients based on impact, character, leadership and years of service.
Derek Lau Named Hawaiʻi REALTORS® President for 2021
The Hawai‘i REALTORS® trade organization has named Derek Lau as its 2021 President.
FCC Awards $24 Million to Hawaiian Telecom for Rural Broadband Deployment
The Federal Communications Commission has awarded Hawaiian Telecom $24 million to continue deploying fiber broadband service to rural areas in Hawai‘i.
Hawaiʻi-Made Kombucha Honored with 2021 Good Food Award for Elixirs
Maui-based Vitalitea Hawaiʻi received the 2021 Good Food Awards in the Elixirs’s category for its flagship flavor “Restore,” a craft kombucha made from local pineapple.
Four Seasons Resort Lānaʻi Earns Top Spot in 2021 U.S. News & World Report Lists
The Four Seasons Resort Lānaʻi, located at Manele Bay, earned the No. 1 top ranking on both the 2021 Best Hotels in the USA and Best Resorts in the USA lists published today by U.S. News & World Report.
Debut of Blue Hawaiian Activities Concierge Service
Blue Hawaiian Activities begins operations with 19 concierge offices throughout Maui and Oʻahu, and will further expand to Kauaʻi and the Big Island in the coming months.
