Maui Business
Meet Hawaiʻi Releases New Updates
Below is a list of upcoming events, programs, and updates from Meet Hawaiʻi. Accomodation and Meeting Venues: The Kāʻanapali Beach Resort Association, in partnership with Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa, Sheraton Maui Resort and Spa, and The Westin Maui Resort and Spa, has developed a new app for planning meetings at the West […]
5G Eve: Qualcomm Tech Summit on Maui, Dec. 4-6
This year’s announcements will solidify Qualcomm’s path to 5G commercialization, and change the way mobile devices are used in 2019 and beyond.
Native Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce to Host Christmas Celebration
The Maui Native Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a “Kalikimaka Kea,” or White Christmas year-end celebration at the Kahili Restaurant in Waikapū on Tuesday, Dec. 11. The chamber is welcoming members, friends of the chamber, and family to the event, which will include a holiday buffet and desserts. “We have so much to […]
Oʻahu Doctor Receives AIDS Services Award
Cecilia Shikuma, MD, received the 2018 Suzanne Richmond-Crum Award yesterday at the World AIDS Day ceremony in Honolulu. According to the Hawaiʻi State Department of Health, Shikuma was chosen to receive the award for her contributions to HIV/AIDS services in Hawai‘i. For more than 30 years, Shikuma has served as a researcher, director, grant reviewer, […]
Study Shows International Students Contributed Millions to Hawaiʻiʻs Economy
The state department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT) released a report on Thursday that analyzes the impact that international students have on Hawaii’s economy. DBEDT’s Research and Economic Analysis Division (READ) prepared the report, while the Business Development & Support Division (BDSD) led the state’s efforts for international student exchange. The report, or […]
Local Women’s Group Donates Thousands to Marine Nonprofit
100+ Women Who Care Maui will hold its next community gathering on Dec. 5 at Gannon’s, after giving more than $15,000 to Maui Nui Marine Resource Council.
Tourism Authority Publishes Visitor Satisfaction Report
The Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority (HTA) released the results of its Visitor Satisfaction and Activity report for the first half of 2018. The report, which HTA released on Monday, offers demographic data from visitors about Hawaiʻi that is not provided in any other HTA study. The results show the satisfaction of visitorsʻ overall experience and types […]
Older Adults & Caregivers Sought for Maui Survey
The Maui County Office on Aging is seeking feedback from older adults aged 55 and older and caregivers for an online survey that will go live Dec. 7, 2018, through Feb. 1, 2019, at mauicountyadrc.org.
Maui Electric to Hold Auction for Retired Vehicles
Maui Electric’s Fleet Department will hold a silent auction for its retired vehicles.
Chris Tatum Joins HTA as President and CEO
The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority’s (HTA) board of directors unanimously confirmed the appointment of longtime tourism executive Chris Tatum as its new president and CEO.
SBA Workshop for Hurricane Lane Loans Applicants, Dec. 1
The US Small Business Administration is helping Hurricane Lane victims apply for disaster relief loans at the West Maui Senior Center on Saturday, Dec. 1.
Marriott Details Starwood Guest Reservation Data Breach
An investigation determined that there was unauthorized database access, which contained guest information relating to reservations at Starwood properties.
Maui Visitor Arrivals Up +1.8% to 216,606 in October
Maui realized growth in both visitor spending (+1.8% to $377.3 million) and visitor arrivals (+1.8% to 216,606) in October of 2018.
Largest Containership Built in US Arrives in Hawai‘i
The Daniel K Inouye is the largest containership ever built in the US. It’s arrival also marks the start of a nearly $1 billion investment by Matson.
Royal Lahaina Resort Welcomes New Executive Chef
Royal Lahaina Resort has hired Dylan Montano as its new executive chef.
Maui’s First Two Large Scale Energy Projects Blessed
Maui’s first solar farms were blessed on Wednesday in separate ceremonies at the Lahaina and Kīhei locations.
Former Governor Linda Lingle to Speak at Nisei Veterans Memorial Center
Former Governor Linda Lingle will speak at the Nisei Veterans Memorial Center’s Leadership Series Luncheon.
Gabbard Recognizes #GivingTuesday as Opportunity to Unite Country
#GivingTuesday, the first Tuesday following Thanksgiving, kickstarts the holiday giving season with a global day dedicated to charitable giving and volunteerism
Home Health by Hale Makua Celebrates 50 Years on Maui
Since opening its doors in 1968, Home Health by Hale Makua has cared for over 25,000 individuals and provided over one million home visits
Hawaiian Airlines and JetBlue Expand Codeshare Agreement
Hawaiian Airlines and JetBlue today announced an expanded codeshare agreement that allows travelers from dozens of cities to connect to the Hawaiian Islands via Boston’s Logan International Airport starting in April.
