Maui Business
Kaiser Permanente buys 6-acre site currently occupied by The Maui News in Wailuku
May 31, 2025 · 12:00 AM UTC
Kaiser Foundation Health Plan has reached agreement with Maui Island Holdings, LLC to purchase the 6.28-acre site currently occupied by The Maui News, located adjacent to the Kaiser Permanente Wailuku Medical Office and northwest of Maui Memorial Medical Center (which is operated by Kaiser Foundation Hospitals subsidiary Maui Health).
Applications for Omidyar Fellows Cohort X open June 2
May 24, 2025 · 8:00 PM UTC
The Hawai‘i Leadership Forum (HLF) will open applications for the tenth cohort of its Omidyar Fellows program on Monday, June 2, 2025. The program is an enduring commitment that stresses leadership immersion with ʻāina in addition to strong relationships and networks, allowing Fellows to lead with purpose, mobilize communities, and amplify positive change across Hawai‘i.
Hawaiʻi Employers Council launches leadership academy for director-level professionals
May 23, 2025 · 5:10 PM UTC
The Hawaiʻi Employers Council has announced the launch of its inaugural Hawaiʻi Leadership Academy, a new leadership development program tailored for director-level and senior professionals across industries.
Pacific Media Group welcomes Tammy Mencel as Oʻahu Radio General Manager
May 23, 2025 · 1:30 AM UTC
Tammy Mencel has joined Pacific Media Group (PMG) as the company’s new General Manager of Honolulu Radio Operations. Mencel is a resident of Oʻahu, calling Hawaiʻi Kai home for the past 10 years.
Maui Matsuri recognizes Service Rentals and Supplies Inc. with 2025 Business Award
May 22, 2025 · 2:00 AM UTC
The company will be recognized during the Maui Matsuri Japanese Festival on Saturday, May 24, at the UH Maui College Entertainment Stage.
Hawaiʻi’s health perceptions declining: New survey reveals widening disparities
May 21, 2025 · 10:00 PM UTC
Hawaiʻi residents are reporting a decline in their own health outlook and face escalating barriers to care, according to a new statewide survey released today. The University of Hawaiʻi Economic Research Organization’s Rapid Health Survey reveals widening healthcare disparities are disproportionately affecting Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and low-income communities across the islands.
Maui’s unemployment remains at 3.0% in April
May 21, 2025 · 4:30 PM UTC
About 79,600 people were employed in Maui County in April, according to a report from the state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism.
Rep. Case backs bill aiming to bolster US ties with Pacific Island nations, counter China’s regional influence
May 18, 2025 · 2:00 AM UTC
Lawmakers say the bill addresses rising concerns about Chinese influence in the region while supporting the long-term development goals of Pacific Island nations.
Mana Up and Duke Kahanamoku Foundation launch limited-edition product line honoring surf icon
May 18, 2025 · 12:00 AM UTC
The collaboration includes locally made items ranging from surfwear and kitchen goods to art prints and baby clothing, each reflecting Kahanamoku’s legacy.
New Hawaiʻi State FCU podcast tackles local issues through conversations
May 17, 2025 · 1:00 AM UTC
Hawaiʻi State Federal Credit Union announced the launch of its new monthly podcast, “Voices of Change – The HSFCU Podcast,” designed to spark meaningful conversations and inspire action around issues impacting Hawaiʻi residents. The first episode, featuring Micah Kāne, former president and CEO of the Hawaiʻi Community Foundation and current president and CEO of Parker Ranch, is now live.
Servco Pacific receives US Best Managed Company recognition for 6th straight year
May 16, 2025 · 9:00 PM UTC
Servco Pacific is Hawaiʻi’s largest private company with operations in the automotive and musical instruments industry.
June 2 deadline approaching to apply for 2025 Hawaiian Airlines Made in Maui County Festival
May 15, 2025 · 11:20 PM UTC
The Maui Chamber of Commerce is reminding the community that product vendor applications for the 12th Annual 2025 Hawaiian Airlines Made in Maui County Festival are being accepted until the deadline of June 2.
‘Kubota Orange Days’ sales event coming to Wailuku on Thursday and Friday
May 15, 2025 · 2:00 AM UTC
Bacon Universal will host a two-day Kubota Orange Days sales event at its Wailuku branch on Thursday and Friday, May 15–16, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
3rd annual Hawaiʻi-Made Conference launches Tuesday
May 14, 2025 · 12:00 AM UTC
This year’s conference aims to bring together food and beverage manufacturers and supply chain partners to learn from industry experts about who to sell to, which Hawaiʻi-made products perform best and effective strategies for promotion and sales—with the ultimate goal of expanding their businesses beyond Hawaiʻi.
Hawaiʻi newscaster and communications strategist Marisa Yamane joins Strategies 360
May 13, 2025 · 11:00 PM UTC
Strategies 360 has hired veteran Hawaiʻi journalist and communications leader Marisa Yamane as vice president of communications for its Hawaiʻi office.
Bank of Hawaiʻi opens newest branch in Lahaina; its Foundation donates $100K to support residents
May 13, 2025 · 1:00 AM UTC
Bank of Hawaiʻi marked the grand opening of its new Lahaina Branch on Maui on Monday with a private blessing ceremony and a donation of $100,000 to provide support to Lahaina residents who are at risk of losing their homes to foreclosure. Its previous location on Papalaua Street was destroyed in the 2023 wildfires.
Maui Nonprofit Directors Association to Host Board Member Speed Networking Event
May 12, 2025 · 11:00 PM UTC
The Maui Nonprofit Directors Association invites community members to attend a Board Member Speed Networking Event on Wednesday, May 14, from 5 to 7 p.m. at 395 Dairy Road, Unit G, Kahului.
Hawaiʻi launches myHawaii platform to streamline access to online government services
May 12, 2025 · 2:00 AM UTC
Hawaiʻi residents can now use a single login to access dozens of state and county services through a new digital platform called myHawaii, which officials say will make government more accessible, secure and efficient.
Hawaiʻi Energy Conference explores solutions for state’s energy future, May 21-22 at the MACC
May 11, 2025 · 4:00 PM UTC
The 12th Annual Hawaiʻi Energy Conference will convene leaders in Maui later this month to offer solutions addressing the most pressing energy challenges of today.
Mana Up Market opens first Maui location in Lahaina; Celebrate with Kalani Peʻa, May 16
May 9, 2025 · 3:39 PM UTC
Mana Up, the Hawai‘i-based accelerator dedicated to growing local product businesses, is expanding to Maui with “The Mana Up Market” at Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows. Set to open in May 2025, this new retail space will showcase products from entrepreneurs who have participated in Mana Up’s statewide accelerator program — bringing their locally made goods to both residents and visitors to Maui.