Maui Business
Kiana Smith joins Hawai‘i Farm Project as director of sales and marketing
Hawai‘i Farm Project has strengthened its leadership team with the addition of Kiana Smith as its director of sales and marketing. In her new role, the Upcountry resident will manage the comprehensive sales and marketing efforts for the Hawai‘i Farm Project and its locally rooted brands, including Maui Gold Pineapple, Maui Pineapple Tour, Maui Pineapple Store, Maui […]
MEO’s financial literacy class for teens set for Oct. 6-7
The popular two-day Financial Literacy for Teens workshop, covering topics such as budgeting, saving and credit, will be held Monday and Tuesday, Oct. 6 and 7, during fall break at Maui Economic Opportunity in Wailuku.
Maui Nonprofit Directors Association announces meeting, leadership awards event
The Maui Nonprofit Directors Association will host its annual meeting and leadership awards event on Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025, at the Maui Beach Hotel in Kahului. This event brings together local nonprofit leaders, community members, and supporters to celebrate the impactful work of Maui’s nonprofit sector.
Raoul Magana joins CPB to lead commercial real estate and wholesale credit
Central Pacific Bank announced Wednesday that veteran banker Raoul Magana has joined the bank as group senior vice president and manager of commercial real estate lending and wholesale credit.
Maui County jobless ready steady at 2.8%; below nation’s 4.5%, but higher than state’s 2.6%
Maui County’s jobless rate has fallen to 2.8% in August of this year, down from 4% a year after the devastating August 2023 Maui wildfires and even down from 3.9% a year before the disaster. The percentage means more available workers are employed, strengthening the job market for workers and putting more pressure on employers […]
DBEDT invites Hawaiʻi product manufacturers to exhibit at the Winter FancyFaire in San Diego
The Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT) invites Hawaiʻi product manufacturers to exhibit at the Winter FancyFaire taking place Jan. 11-13, 2026, at the San Diego Convention Center.
Maui Chamber of Commerce calls pullout of The Sentry in 2026 a ‘significant blow,’ but remains hopeful
The Maui Chamber of Commerce today released a statement in response to the PGA Tour’s announcement that The Sentry, the season-opening event of the PGA Tour, will not be held at the Plantation Course at Kapalua in 2026. This difficult decision was made due to ongoing drought conditions and severe water conservation requirements impacting the island.
HTA announces advisory board committee leadership
The Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority announced the leadership of its new advisory board committees on Friday. Maui resident Lisa Paulson is chairing a committee focused on destination stewardship, Hawaiian culture and workforce development.
New board of directors announced for Maui Hotel & Lodging Association
The Maui Hotel & Lodging Association officially inducted its new 2025-2026 Board of Directors at its annual meeting on Sept. 10 at the Fairmont Kea Lani. The new board members were elected from a list of candidates nominated by association’s property and allied members. Executive Director John Pele expressed his confidence in the new leadership. “I am honored to […]
2025 Workforce Development Hero Award winners announced
Katie Taladay, director of Workforce Development at the Maui Economic Development Board, is the Maui winner of the 2025 Workforce Development Hero Award, the Hawaiʻi Department of Labor and Industrial Relations announced.
First Hawaiian Bank opens new branch in the Lahaina Cannery Mall
First Hawaiian Bank held the blessing and opening of its new branch at Lahaina Cannery Mall on Friday.
Reyn Spooner amenity kits available this month for United business class passengers
United Airlines and Reyn Spooner are collaborating on an exclusive amenity kit for United business class passengers traveling to Hawai‘i. The kits feature vintage Reyn Spooner prints and will be available on direct flights from the continental US to Hawai‘i starting this month.
Hundreds turn out for AI and Cloud Innovation Summit at the Hawaiʻi Convention Center
The fourth annual Hawaiʻi AI and Cloud Innovation Summit drew nearly 500 professionals, educators, and technology partners to the Hawaiʻi Convention Center on Wednesday, highlighting the state’s commitment to exploring technological innovation. The state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism presented the event in partnership with Google Public Sector and the TRUE Initiative. Discussions […]
Bank of Hawai‘i named one of ‘America’s Most Admired Workplaces 2026’ by Newsweek
Bank of Hawai‘i has earned a spot on Newsweek’s national list of America’s Most Admired Workplaces 2026, the only local bank to appear on the list.
New leadership announced for Hawaiian Airlines
A new leader is taking the controls at Hawaiian Airlines. Alaska Air Group announced Wednesday that Diana Birkett Rakow, a senior vice president of public affairs at Alaska Airlines, will become chief executive officer of Hawaiian Airlines on Oct. 29. She will succeed Joe Sprague, who is retiring after a long career in aviation.
Hawaiian Airlines, Honolulu CC initiate aviation tech development program
Applications are open for a new workforce development initiative designed to train Hawaiʻi’s next generation of aviation maintenance technicians.
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua announces exclusive Fall Kamaʻāina Promotion
Available through Nov. 14, this exclusive offer starts at $349 per night and includes waived resort fees and complimentary parking for Hawai‘i residents.
Hawaiian Electric ready to handle increase in rooftop solar applications as customers rush to claim expiring tax credit
Hawaiian Electric is focused on approving applications for residential rooftop solar and battery storage systems as quickly as possible as customers rush to finish installations before the early expiration of the Residential Clean Energy Tax Credit.
MEDB honors students and educators at Ke Alahele Education Fund event
Hundreds of supporters gathered at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025, for Maui Economic Development Board’s Ke Alahele Education Fund Benefit Dinner & Auction. Proceeds from the event will go towards MEDB’s STEM programs, providing opportunities for students from kindergarten to careers to build the skills, confidence, and creativity needed to succeed in Hawaiʻi’s future economy.
CPB launches debit card promotion with a 2025 Toyota 4-Runner as the grand prize
Central Pacific Bank (CPB) launches the return of its debit card promotion—where participants have the chance to win a brand new 2025 Toyota 4-Runner, valued at approximately $43,400, along with more than $11,000 in prizes.
