Maui Business
49-Member Pro Bowl Committee Announced
The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority in partnership with the National Football League today announced the 49 business and community members of the Pro Bowl Committee 2013.
2013 County Tourism Grant Program Opens
The County of Maui is now accepting proposals for tourism related programs on Maui, Moloka`i and Lana`i for the calendar year 2013 under the County Product Enrichment Program.
Hawaii at Bottom of State Entrepreneurship Index
Hawaii fell four spots to No. 45 in the annual State Entrepreneurship Index, a nationwide analysis of how states stack up in terms of business formation and innovation.
Taiwan to Receive US Visa Waiver Status Nov. 1
The Hawaii Tourism Authority is predicting a significant boost in Taiwanese visitors following Taiwan’s entry into the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) come Nov 1.
Filming Locations Sought From Maui Property Owners
The Maui County Film Office is looking for more Maui properties to list in their new web database of Maui film locations.
SBA Leaders Holding Maui Small Business Roundtable
The public is invited to “talk story” with three US Small Business Administration (SBA) directors who will be on Maui tomorrow, October 3.
Minimum Benefits Set for Hawaii Health Insurance Exchange
This comprehensive benefits package addresses the 10 essential health benefits required under the Affordable Care Act (aka “Obamacare”).
Jokovich Elected Maui Hotel Association Board Chair
The Maui Hotel and Lodging Association has elected Michael Jokovich, the general manager of the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa, as chairman of its board of directors.
Coldwell Banker Parent Going Public
Realogy Holdings Corp. announced Friday that it plans to conduct an initial public offering of 40 million shares of stock and become a publicly traded company.
Business Roundup: September 2012
Once a month, this column is published and contains tidbits of Maui business news we receive over the course of a month. The public is invited to contribute.
Summer Ends Strong for Maui Tourism Economy
Double-digit increases in visitor arrivals and expenditures marked a strong summer travel season for Maui, according to preliminary statistics released yesterday by the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority.
County Plants Roses For Fukuyama Sister City Relationship
Maui and the city of Fukuyama, Japan celebrated their 4th anniversary as sister cities with a rose planting ceremony at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
County Economic Development Grants Training Coming to Lanai
The Maui County Office of Economic Development is offering a grants training workshop on Lana`i on Friday, October 5.
HVCB Hosting Successful Meetings Magazine on Maui
Starting yesterday, the Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau is hosting 36 meeting planners from around the country at a three-day conference at the Hyatt Regency Maui in Lahaina.
New Airport Hotel Site of Small Business Forum
Maui small business owners and entrepreneurs are encouraged to attend this event.
Maui Part of $12M UH Workforce Development Grant
UH will receive a $12,665,892 to fund workforce development programs, technical training, and job placement programs on Maui, Kauai, and Hawaii.
Alaska Airlines Invites School Children to “Paint the Plane”
Alaska Airlines is inviting Hawaii school children to create artwork which will appear on a Boeing 737-800 in a “Paint the Plane” contest.
Internet Marketing Experts Visit County Business Center
In October, two Internet marketing professionals will hold workshops at the Maui County Business Resource Center at the Maui Mall in Kahului.
DBEDT Invites Businesses to Tokyo Fashion Show
The Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism is inviting local businesses to participate in the JFW International Fashion Fair that will be held from January 23-25, 2013 at Tokyo Big Sight.
State Warns Public About Email, Phone Scam
The Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs is warning the public about a phishing scam involving an imposter posing as an investigator from DCCA’s Real Estate Branch.
