Maui Business
HMSA announces Jenny Smith as new president and chief operating officer
Hawaiʻi Medical Service Association has announced that Jenny Smith will assume the roles of president and chief operating officer of Hawaiʻi’s most experienced health plan, effective Nov. 1. She will be the first female president in HMSA’s 87-year history.
Four Seasons Resort to seek permit for $16.3 million in exterior renovations and improvements
The Maui Planning Commission is scheduled to hold a public hearing tomorrow morning on a $16.3 million proposal for exterior renovations and improvements at the Four Seasons Resort Maui in Wailea. The meeting is set for 9 a.m. Tuesday in the Planning Department conference room at Kalana Pakui in Wailuku. The item is the first on […]
Alaska Airlines introduces nonstop routes with increased commitment to San Diego, Portland and Hawaiʻi
Alaska Airlines is introducing 13 new nonstop routes beginning next spring, including a range of flights from key hubs in San Diego and Portland. The airline has also added two new destinations to its route map, deepened its commitment to Hawai‘i with additional flights and solidified its role as Santa Rosa-Sonoma’s No. 1 carrier in the heart of California Wine Country.
HVCB appoints Lori Joy Watanabe as Director of Strategy Implementation
The Hawai‘i Visitors and Convention Bureau has appointed Lori Joy Watanabe as director of strategy implementation, effective Oct. 1, 2025. In this newly established role, Watanabe will lead the execution of strategic initiatives that advance HVCB’s mission as a futures-based destination management organization, balancing visitor industry growth with community well-being, cultural integrity, and environmental stewardship.
Akakū announces new salon series spotlighting local entrepreneurs
A new salon series produced by Akakū Maui Community Media will highlight small businesses in Maui Nui.
New ‘Maui Business Tuesdays’ series debuts with spotlight on local fashion designers
The debut salon in Akakū’s new Maui Business Tuesdays series will spotlight three Maui Hawaiian fashion designers, featuring businesses Kūlua, Henohea Hawaii and Pulelehua Boutique.
Veterinary partnership with airline makes access to lifesaving pet care easier from any island
Veterinary Emergency + Referral Center of Hawaiʻi has partnered with Kamaka Air to provide safe and reliable interisland air transport, enabling pets and their families to access lifesaving veterinary care on Oʻahu quickly and efficiently.
Hawaiian Electric monitoring wildfire risk conditions
Hawaiian Electric is monitoring weather conditions that may lead to an increased risk of wildfires. If needed to protect public safety, Hawaiian Electric may implement its Public Safety Power Shutoff program to proactively shut off power in communities with high exposure to wildfire risk.
Hawaiʻi’s 5-cent beverage deposit program plagued by fraud and ‘honor system’ failure, State Auditor says
For two decades, Hawaiʻi’s Deposit Beverage Container program has been run as an “honor system,” reliant on unverified self-reported data and plagued by alleged fraud, State Auditor Les Kondo told a state Senate committee during an informational meeting Thursday.
Hawaiʻi State FCU awards $97,500 in scholarships to 20 Hawaiʻi students
Hawaiʻi State Federal Credit Union today announced the 20 recipients of its 2025 Hawaiʻi State FCU Scholarship Program. Each student will receive a scholarship of up to $5,000, for a combined total of $97,500 to support tuition costs at accredited universities, colleges, or trade/vocational schools during the 2025–2026 academic year. “Education helps set the course for […]
Aloha to Auckland: Hawaiian Airlines’ seasonal service returns
Hawaiian Airlines will begin offering seasonal service with scheduled flights between Honolulu and Auckland beginning Nov. 16. The route will operate three times a week and run through April 2026. This seasonal service uses the Airbus A330 aircraft, offering nonstop flights between New Zealand and Hawaiʻi, as well as convenient one-stop connections to and from the US continent. “We know Kiwi travelers have […]
Hawaii State Federal Credit Union employees volunteer during second annual ‘Cares Day’
Hawaii State Federal Credit Union celebrated its second annual Cares Day on Oct. 13, as part of International Credit Union Week and Indigenous Peoples’ Day. All Hawaii State FCU branches, call center and corporate offices were closed for a company-wide day of community service. More than 250 employees contributed more than 760 volunteer hours at eight local […]
Bank of Hawaiʻi offers emergency assistance for federal employees impacted by shutdown
In response to the partial government shutdown that began Oct. 1, Bank of Hawai‘i has activated emergency financial assistance programs to support affected federal employees and contractors.
Maui Land & Pineapple Company names Darren Strand to lead new agave venture
Maui Land & Pineapple Company, Inc. has appointed Darren Strand as Director of Agricultural Operations for its new agave venture in Upcountry Maui. A respected leader with decades of experience in Maui’s agricultural community, Strand will oversee agricultural strategy and operations, implement sustainable growing practices and help guide the farm’s continued growth.
Kīhei-Wailea Rotary to host Belia Paul on aging and organizing homes and lives
The Rotary Satellite Club of Kīhei-Wailea is inviting the community to an insightful evening featuring Belia Paul of A Honu Space on Oct. 21. The event will focus on practical strategies for organizing homes and lives, with a special emphasis on planning for getting older, an essential topic for senior South Maui residents.
Maui County Terminix under new management
New management will place emphasis on: eco-sensitive pest control practices; Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approaches; collaboration with local environmental and regulatory agencies; and community education on preventing pest issues.
Maui students explore robotics and 3D printing during STEMworks camp
The free week-long day camp introduced 45 middle school participants to the basics of 3D printing and robotics, encouraging students to work in teams to solve complex engineering and design problems.
Kū Wāhine Mākeke to empower Maui’s women entrepreneurs at New Hilton Hampton Inn
Maui’s newest hotel, the Hilton Hampton Inn Maui, is opening its doors to the community for its inaugural locally hosted event, the Kū Wāhine Mākeke, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15. More than just a marketplace, the event is designed to be a platform for wāhine-owned businesses, providing them with a space to showcase their […]
DTRIC Insurance to exit Hawaiʻi insurance market
DTRIC has announced its intent to transition to a run-off insurance carrier in Hawai‘i; meaning that it will no longer issue new policies or renew existing ones. However, DTRIC will continue to administer all active policies, manage claims and meet its contractual and statutory obligations, over the next several years.
Outrigger Honua Kai Resort & Spa partners with Event Network
Outrigger Hospitality Group has announced a new partnership between Outrigger Honua Kai Resort & Spa and Event Network, the leading operator of experiential retail in cultural and leisure destinations across North America. Through this collaboration, Event Network will serve as the official retail operator at Outrigger Honua Kai, introducing a curated marketplace that celebrates Maui’s […]
