Maui Business
Economic Recovery Reflected in First Hawaiian’s Q4 Growth
Underscoring the state’s continued economic recovery, the First Hawaiian Bank Business Activity Report (BAR) showed an 8.9% increase in fourth quarter “same store sales” over the comparable period of 2011.
Friends of the Library Book Store Opens in Lahaina
The Maui Friends of the Library opened a new book store in Lahaina at the Wharf Cinema Center on Front St.
Council on Revenues Lowers Economic Forecast
The Council on Revenues lowered its revenue forecast for 2012 fiscal year yesterday by 3 percentage points since its earlier estimate in September 2011.
Hawaiian Flight Crews Get New Operations Leader
Hawaiian Airlines has appointed Stephen Simmons to the new position of managing director of operations planning and scheduling.
Maui Airline Seat Capacity Rising in New Year
On Maui, scheduled nonstop seats from the US market is expected to increase 1.5% fueled by a 3.5% increase in the number of scheduled nonstop flights. Maui’s US West market is expected to increase 2.6% in the first quarter, by a 4% increase in the number of scheduled nonstop flights.
“Get Notified” With Power Outage Email Updates
Maui Electric Company today announced that a new e-notification service is available to inform customers about important information including announcements during extended power outages.
A&B Appoints Movis Jr. to VP
Alexander & Baldwin, Inc. today announced the appointment of George M. Morvis Jr. to the position of vice president, corporate development of the A&B Land Group. Morvis will oversee corporate development activities ranging from organic growth initiatives to potential business acquisitions and joint ventures.
Council Holds Public Meetings on Agricultural Homesite Bill
The bill was created to address inequities between homesites that receive agricultural use assessments, and parcels that do not, despite comparable character, size and use.
Hawaiian Electric Seeks Approval on Solar Water Heating Program
Maui Electric are seeking Public Utilities Commission approval on a program that would provide solar water heating savings at no upfront cost.
“Kick Start the New Year” at County Business Center
Every month, local business experts bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to free workshops at the Maui County Business Resource Center at the Maui Mall.
State Issues Home Insurance Rate Comparisons
Hawaii Insurance Commissioner Gordon Ito on Tuesday released for the first time a comprehensive list of home insurance rates by category by providers in the state.
Maui Visitor Spending, Arrivals Continue Growing
“Continued growth in visitor spending is a strong indication that Hawaii’s tourism economy is improving,” said Mike McCartney, Hawaii Tourism Authority today.
OHA Appoints Pezzulo Chief Executive Officer
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) yesterday announced the appointment of Operating Officer Richard Pezzulo to interim Chief Executive Officer.
New Green Employers Directory Facilitates Job Matching
The Hawai‘i State Department of Labor & Industrial Relations (DLIR) has launched a web-based directory of Green Employers as part of its Hawai‘i Green Jobs Initiative.
New Year, New Beginning for Powerhouse Gym
One door closed and another door opened on December 17, when the new owner of Maui Powerhouse Gym in Kihei reopened the gym following a month of renovations.
Hawaii Leads Nation with Highest Average Home Loan
Hawaii, by far, leads the nation with an average home loan amount of $677,299, according to data released by LendingTree.com.
Hawaii Leads Nation in Energy Savings
Hawaii is ranked No. 1 in the US for investment in energy savings performance contracting for public buildings per capita, according to the Energy Services Coalition.
Hawaii Advertising Award Competition Opens
The American Advertising Federation District 13 has issued its Call-for-Entries for the 2011–2012 Pele Awards Competition.
MEO Graduates 25 from Business Planning Program
MEO Business Development Center (MEO BDC) graduated 25 students from its Core Four Business Planning course on December 20, 2011.
Hawaiian’s New Korea Daily Adds 40,000 Seats
Hawaiian Airlines is expanding its nonstop service between Seoul and Honolulu to daily flights starting in July 16, 2012.
