Maui Business
Central Pacific Bank continues efforts to help people impacted by Maui wildfires
The bank is waiving ATM and safe deposit box fees, expediting debit card and checkbook replacement and has established a hotline for Maui customers.
Disaster Legal Hotline set up by the Hawaiʻi State Bar Association to aid those impacted by wildfires
As a community service to aid those affected by the wildfires, the Hawaii State Bar Association is hosting a FREE legal hotline to provide legal assistance to the residents of Maui and the Big Island and any others adversely affected.
HTA: Gov. Green urges visitors to forego travel plans to West Maui
All non-essential travel to West Maui (including Lahaina, Nāpili, Kāʻanapali, and Kapalua) is strongly discouraged through the month of August, Gov. Josh Green said in his latest emergency proclamation.
Sentry Insurance announces support for Maui wildfire relief, offers employee match
In response to the devastating wildfires in Lahaina, Hawaiʻi and throughout Maui, Sentry Insurance today announced an initial contribution of $275,000 for immediate relief and recovery.
Spectrum opens out-of-home WiFi access points across Hawaiʻi to aid in wildfire response
Charter Communications has opened more than 8,000 Spectrum Out-of-Home WiFi access points across Hawaiʻi to aid the Maui wildfire response. In addition, Charter is providing free unlimited Spectrum WiFi access at four venues serving as community resource centers: War Memorial Gymnasium, Mayor Hannibal Tavares Community Center, War Memorial Stadium, and Iron Maehara Stadium.
Blue Hawaiian shifts operations from tourism to aiding Maui community devastated by wildfires
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters has shifted its operations from tourism to supporting disaster relief efforts in the areas devastated by the wildfires in Lahaina.
Cades Schutte, Cades Foundation each donate $35,000 for Maui wildfire relief
The law firm of Cades Schutte, its attorneys and staff have donated $36,630 to the Hawai‘i Community Foundation’s Maui Strong Fund and the nonprofit Cades Foundation has approved $25,000 to the Maui Strong Fund and $10,000 to American Red Cross.
Chamber Foundation establishes Business Relief Fund to provide aid to impacted businesses
The Chamber of Commerce’s Foundation has established a Business Relief Fund to help local businesses who have been impacted by the wildfires.
Hawaiian Electric Industries’ Charitable Foundation pledges $100,000 to Maui relief efforts
Hawaiian Electric Industries commits to donating $100,000 in wildfire relief efforts on Maui, aiming to support individuals, families, and community groups impacted by the wildfires.
“The dollar value of your Maui-based business” is the focus an upcoming presentation
The Maui County Business Resource Center hosts guest presenter Sandy Baz for discussion focused on “The dollar value of your Maui-based business.”
SBA Administrator to travel to Maui, Visit small businesses and communities impacted by wildfires
US Small Business Administration Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman will join FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell and US Fire Administrator Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell on Maui today to visit communities impacted by the recent wildfires and meet with state and local officials regarding ongoing recovery efforts. She will also meet with local small business owners and highlight the SBA’s disaster recovery and resilience operation deployed to assist those affected.
Central Pacific Bank Foundation donates $50,000 on behalf of Maui fire victims
The Central Pacific Bank Foundation is donating $50,000 to the Hawaiʻi Red Cross to help victims of the devastating fires on Maui.
Montage Kapalua Bay appoints Robert Friedl as General Manager
Montage Hotels & Resorts announced the appointment of Robert Friedl as general manager of Montage Kapalua Bay. In his new capacity, Friedl will be responsible for all the daily operations of the luxury beachfront resort.
Central Pacific Bank Foundation introduces third cohort in WE by Rising Tide Program
The Central Pacific Bank Foundation welcomed its third cohort of women entrepreneurs participating in the WE by Rising Tide program, an initiative that provides women entrepreneurs with the opportunity to enhance financial management skills, craft marketing strategies, and connect with fellow professionals.
American Savings Bank reports 2nd quarter 2023 financial results
American Savings Bank, a subsidiary of Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc., announced a net income of $20.2 million for the second quarter of 2023.
Coldwell Banker Island Properties launches new commercial real estate division
Coldwell Banker Island Properties is launching a new commercial real estate division. With this expansion, the company broadens its services to include commercial real estate sales and commercial property management.
Aloha Petroleum’s Giving Pump campaign supports Make Lemonade Project
Aloha Petroleum, the gasoline marketer for the Shell brand in Hawai’i, is donating one cent per gallon of fuel to the Make Lemonade Project, aiding cancer patients through grants and support programs.
Two prestigious awards to be presented to Hawaiʻi’s STEM stars at MEDB Dinner, Aug. 19
The Maui Economic Development Board announced the upcoming presentation of two prestigious awards during their Ke Alahele Education Fund Benefit Dinner & Auction on Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023, at the Wailea Beach Resort–Marriott, Maui. This event will not only celebrate the achievements of Maui County’s community leaders, but also raise funds to support STEM education in the islands.
Feed The Hunger Fund awards $260,000 to 3 Hawaiʻi small-scale food entrepreneurs
Feed The Hunger Fund, in partnership with Hawaiʻi Pacific Health and Kamehameha Schools, has granted $260,000 to support three small-scale food entrepreneurs in Hawaiʻi.
Hawaiian Airlines, Honolulu CC aviation maintenance program producing more technicians
Hawaiian Airlines and Honolulu Community College are celebrating the success of their partnership to graduate more local students as aviation maintenance technicians.
