Maui Business
25% Decline in International Students Spending in 2016-17
The report found that foreign students in Hawaiʻi spent $225.3 million for the 2016-17 school year, a 25% decline from 2015-16.
Fueling Dreams to Support Special Olympics Athletes
Drivers can make a donation to Special Olympics Hawai’i at any one of 45 participating Hele, 76 and Tesoro stations throughout Maui through Aug. 8, 2017.
24 Students Graduate from MPD Summer Leadership Program
The program offers students an opportunity to participate in community service projects and cultural and educational activities and field trips….
Hirono: Funding Defends Against “Complex Coordinated Terrorist Attacks on Hawai‘i”
Senator Mazie Hirono today announced that Hawaiʻi will receive $492,800 in federal funds to enhance preparedness for complex coordinated terrorist attacks.
Trilogy Outfits All Boats with Reef Safe Sunscreen
Trilogy continues its commitment to the environment by educating guests of the harmful effects of reef toxic chemicals.
LA Teens Begin Summer Adventures in Nature on Maui
The Nature Conservancy of Hawai‘i hosts inner city youth for summer conservation jobs on Maui and Big Island
4 Maui Schools Receive Monsanto’s Science Education Fund Grants
The Monsanto Hawai‘i Science Education fund awarded 10 grants totaling nearly $10,000 to Hawai‘i public schools and educational organizations around the state.
Costco Pays $5K HI-5 Administrative Fine
Costco Wholesale Corporation has paid a fine of $4,799.40 for violating State deposit beverage container requirements.
$3 M in Coastal Management Funding for Hawai‘i
The funding includes $500,000 for the University of Hawaiʻi for the development of real-time forecasting tools for high surf, king tides and storm surge.
Maui’s Kahului Airport Gets $882K in FAA Funds
Kahului Airport will receive $882,000 to support the acquisition of a replacement aircraft rescue and fighting vehicle to assist the airports in meeting…
Mayor’s Office Issues More than $2M in Grants
Grantees were selected based on their economic impact within Maui County through business and/or jobs created or sustained.
Henry Kapono to Headline Benefit to Support Maui Kupuna
Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award winner and Grammy nominated singer/songwriter Henry Kapono will headline the event with special guest Johnny Valentine.
Free Info Session on HTA Grants to be Held on Maui and Lāna‘i, July 17
The workshops will focus on HTA’s 2018 grant programs: Kūkulu Ola, Aloha ‘Āina and the Community Enrichment Program.
Maui Liquor Law Repeal Unanimously Approved
The Maui County Liquor Commission on Wednesday unanimously voted to repeal a law that had allowed retailers to sell liquor around the clock.
UH Maui College Offers Degree-in-3 Program
The University of Hawaiʻi Maui College is hosting public orientation sessions for its Degree-in-3 program, designed for working students.
Maui is Best Island in Hawai‘i, 6th Year in a Row
Maui was named the number one island in Hawaiʻi for the 6th year in a row, according to Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards 2017.
CEO Influencer Hosts Free “Leading Profitable Market Disruption” Workshop
The free three-hour workshop is tailored especially for Maui entrepreneurs, startups and small businesses.
Sunshine Helicopters in The Business Spotlight
Sunshine Helicopters started here in 1985. How has it sustained success in the skies for so long? Kiaora Bohlool takes an inside look with founder Ross Scott.
Kaiser Permanente Hires 7 New Providers
The list includes two Maui hires: Vona Diener, MD, who practices family medicine at Kaiser Permanente Maui Lani Medical Office; and John Meisel, MD.
New Cultural Experiences Offered at Kāʻanapali Beach Hotel
The new land and water activities will provide guests with more opportunities to learn about ancient Hawaiian practices.
