Maui Business
LGBT Travel Studies for Japan, Taiwan Markets Released
The HTA released results of research that provides insight on the profiles, preferences and opinions of LGBT travelers from Japan and Taiwan to Hawaii.
Merwin Conservancy to Launch New Fellowship for Hawaiʻi Teachers
Applications Now Open; Award-Winning Poet & Childrens’ Book Author Naomi Shihab Nye to Co-Facilitate
January Workshops at Maui Business Resource Center
The County of Maui Mayor’s Office of Economic Development hosts a series of free workshops for the month of January.
Maui Ag Shipments Down 65% in Third Quarter
Agricultural sector volumes were down at 7.7%, continuing to be driven by the closure of the Maui Farmers Co-Ops
Hale Makua Kahului Earns Honor for Quality
Hale Makua Kahului has been recognized by the American Health Care Association’s 2017 Quality Initiative Recognition Program.
PUC Approves Community Solar Program
The Public Utilities Commission issued a decision directing Hawaiʻi’s electric utilities to implement a community-based renewable energy program
Hawai‘i Unemployment Rate at 2%, Record Low
The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for November was 2%, the lowest unemployment rate on record dating back to 1976.
Maui Prep Expands Digital Media Programming
The grant will allow Maui Prep to expand its digital media video program and produce original school-based videos which will be aired on TEACH Channel 356
Sheraton Welcomes New Director of Restaurants & Bars
Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa announced it has appointed Sarah Brown as the resort’s new director of restaurants and bars.
Maui, Wailea Continues to Lead State with Highest Hotel Rates
Hotels in Maui recorded the highest revenue per available room in November at $236, supported by growth in both average daily rates to $314 and occupancy at 75.2%
Hale Makua Health Services Welcomes New Chief Financial Officer
Hale Makua Health Services announced Kirsten Szabo as the organization’s new Chief Financial Officer.
Finalists Announced for UH Regents Maui County Seat
University of Hawaiʻi Board of Regents presented a list of candidates to Gov. David Ige to fill one Maui County seat for 5-year appointment
Hawaiian Airlines to Implement “Smart Bags” Restrictions
Hawaiian Airlines will no longer accept smart bags containing non-removable lithium ion batteries as checked or carry-on luggage beginning Jan. 15, 2018.
Cameron Center Executive Director Receives National Certification
J. Walter Cameron Center’s Executive Director achieved national recognition as a Certified Nonprofit Executive from the NANOE
Hightlights from 2nd Annual Paddle For Keiki Event
The holiday paddling event and toy drive draws 150+ participants; Moloka‘i children to receive toys this week
E-Cycling Holiday Schedule Announced
The County of Maui Department of Environmental Management announced the holiday schedule for E-Cycling, the County’s electronics recycling program
High Court Hears Argument on Parental Rights of Same-Sex Couples
The State presented oral arguments saying that same-sex spouses must be treated as the presumed parents of children born during their marriage
Travaasa Hāna Welcomes New Sales and Events Manager
Travaasa Hāna has announced Erika Burnham as the resort’s new sales and events manager.
New Deputy Finance Director Announced
Maui County Finance Director Mark Walker announced he has appointed Budget Analyst Marci Sato as the new Deputy Finance Director
9 Graduate from MEO Business Development Program
At the graduation, the soon-to-be entrepreneurs received one-on-one guidance from local commercial bankers
